Samsung Galaxy A17 vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Samsung Galaxy A17 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $147 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 53/100 vs 45/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (983,562 vs 554,590); the Samsung Galaxy A17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A17
Vivo iQOO Z11x
What makes Samsung Galaxy A17 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $147 vs $170
- Better camera (33/100 vs 30/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 983562 vs 554590
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 727
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 2047
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A17 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 8 points higher (53/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (56/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A17 — 66/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 74/100; 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 Z11x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (58/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A17 | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 554590 | 983562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $147 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A17 and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Samsung Galaxy A17 by 43.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $23. Samsung Galaxy A17 was $23 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A17 (58/100 vs 43/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (79/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (33/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A17 is a bit better (70/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x edges out the Samsung Galaxy A17 by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A17 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Samsung Galaxy A17 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A17 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (58/100 vs 43/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A17 over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is performance — better on the Vivo iQOO Z11x (58/100 vs 43/100).