Samsung Galaxy A11 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A11 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 450, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $180 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 20/100 (a 66-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 176,718); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A11 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A11 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A11
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A11 better?
- Lighter: 177g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $599
- Better portability (73/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 176718
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 301
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 831
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 13/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A11 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 66 points higher (86/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A11 — 6/100, 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 A11 (94/100 vs 13/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (85/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A11 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 450 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 176718 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 301 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 831 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.4" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.3×8.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $180 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A11
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A11
- 6.4" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A11
- 4000 mAh
- 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 A11 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A11 by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $419. Samsung Galaxy A11 was $419 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (94/100 vs 13/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 (85/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A11 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (73/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A11 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A11 by 66 points (86/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A11 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A11 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A11 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A11 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A11 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.