Samsung Galaxy A08 4G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $175 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 42/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 554,590); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is noticeably lighter (197g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A08 4G better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $599
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 44 points higher (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A08 4G — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (99/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (85/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A08 4G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" PLS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 167.4×77.4×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6.7" PLS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A08 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A08 4G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $424. Samsung Galaxy A08 4G was $424 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (99/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G (85/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G by 44 points (86/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A08 4G has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A08 4G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.