Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $147 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 45/100 (a 39-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 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $650
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 39 points higher (84/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| 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 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 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 A17
- 6.7" 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 A17
- 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 A17 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 82.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $503. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $503 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (91/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 39 points (84/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.