Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; estimated prices are $89 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 33/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 346,495); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A05 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A05 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 216g).
Samsung Galaxy A05
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 195g vs 216g
- Cheaper: $89 vs $499
- Better portability (53/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 49 points higher (82/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (65/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A05 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 216 g | |
| Price | $89 | $499 |
Samsung Galaxy A05
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 6.7"
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A05
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A05 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A05 by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $410. Samsung Galaxy A05 is cheaper by $410.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (65/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 is a bit better (53/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 by 49 points (82/100 vs 33/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.