Samsung Galaxy A30 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A30 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $220 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 26/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 257,901); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy A30 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A30
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A30 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $220 vs $548
- Better portability (83/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 25/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 49 points higher (75/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 25/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A30 — 8/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (35/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (80/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (83/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A30 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×74.7×7.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $220 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A30
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A30 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A30 by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $328. Samsung Galaxy A30 was $328 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (95/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (35/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 (80/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (83/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30 by 49 points (75/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A30 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A30 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.