Samsung Galaxy A15 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Samsung Galaxy A15 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $200 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A15 is noticeably lighter (200g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A15
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Samsung Galaxy A15 better?
- Lighter: 200g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $840
- Better portability (60/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A15 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A15 — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; 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 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (100/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (78/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A15 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A15
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A15 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Samsung Galaxy A15 by 89.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $640. Samsung Galaxy A15 was $640 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (100/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (78/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A15 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (60/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A15 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A15 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Samsung Galaxy A15 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A15 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A15 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.