Samsung Galaxy A15 5G vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 513,809).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 5G better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 207g
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 5G | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 83 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.1×76.8×8.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A15 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (78/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 5G has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 5G over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.