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 (3,119,308 vs 552,286); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A17
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 190g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $650
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 552286
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 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)
- Better value for money (80/100 vs 66/100)
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 (92/100 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). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 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). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 552286 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 9494 | |
| 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 |
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
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
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
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 82.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $503. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $503 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (92/100 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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
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 (92/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.