Samsung Galaxy A33 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A33 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $370 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 613,957); the Samsung Galaxy A33 is noticeably lighter (186g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A33
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 186g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $370 vs $650
- Better portability (66/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 613957
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 957
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2095
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A33 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A33 — 32/100, 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 A33 (92/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A33 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1280 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 613957 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 957 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2095 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 85 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×74.0×8.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $370 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A33
- Main: 48MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A33
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A33
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
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 A33 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A33 by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $280. Samsung Galaxy A33 was $280 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (92/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A33 is a bit better (66/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A33 by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A33 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A33 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A33 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A33 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A33 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.