Samsung Galaxy A30s vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A30s (2019) runs on the Exynos 7904, 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 13/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 25 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A30s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy A30s is noticeably lighter (169g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy A30s
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 169g vs 188g
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 65/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 25MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A30s vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 17 points higher (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s leads (93/100 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 A30s (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (27/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (42/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A30s | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 241600 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 25 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 158.5×74.7×7.8 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A30s
- Main: 25MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A30s
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A30s
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 A30s (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (27/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A30s (42/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (88/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A30s significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy A30s — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A30s and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A30s has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A30s or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A30s over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A30s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.