Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $349 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 20/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 2350); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is noticeably lighter (138g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 138g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $349 vs $650
- Better portability (84/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 2350 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 49/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 64 points higher (84/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (92/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (99/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (73/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (84/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 9494 | |
| Display | 4.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2350 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 6.0 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 135.4×66.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 138 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $349 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- Main: 13MP f/1.9
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 4.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A3 2017
- 2350 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
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 A3 2017 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 93.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $301. Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 was $301 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (92/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (99/100 vs 49/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 (73/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (84/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 by 64 points (84/100 vs 20/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A3 2017 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.