Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $147 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 45/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 is noticeably lighter (190g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $599
- Better portability (70/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 43/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 41 points higher (86/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, 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 A17 (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 3758268 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 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 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 A17 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 85.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $452. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $452 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (94/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (70/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 by 41 points (86/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 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.