Samsung Galaxy A30 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A30 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $220 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 26/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 257,901); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A30
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy A30 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $499
- Better portability (83/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 56 points higher (82/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A30 — 8/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (97/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A30 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 165 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A30 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A30 by 94.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $279. Samsung Galaxy A30 was $279 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (97/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (65/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (75/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 by 56 points (82/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A30 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.