Samsung Galaxy A20 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)

The Samsung Galaxy A20 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7884, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 11/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A20 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A20 is noticeably lighter (169g vs 188g).

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A20 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A20
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 88
Value for money 97
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A20 better?
  • Lighter: 169g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 65/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A20 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 19 points higher (30/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A20 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A20 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A20: The Samsung Galaxy A20 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A20 Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor Samsung Exynos 7884 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 156000
Geekbench Single 254
Geekbench Multi 802
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB 8GB
Storage 32GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14
Brightness (peak) 1800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 158.4×74.7×7.8 mm 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm
Weight 169 g 188 g
Price $190
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A20
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A20
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A20
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A20
$190
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (27/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A20 (42/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A20 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A20 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A20 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A20 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A20 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Samsung Galaxy A20 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A20 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A20 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Samsung Galaxy A20 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.