Samsung Galaxy A35 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A35 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $399 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 50/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 739,266); the Samsung Galaxy A35 is noticeably lighter (209g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A35
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A35 better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $548
- Better portability (51/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 739266
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 900
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2800
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A35 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 25 points higher (75/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A35 — 28/100, 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 A35 (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A35 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A35 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 739266 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 900 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.7×78.0×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A35 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A35 by 79.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Samsung Galaxy A35 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy A35 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A35 is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A35 by 25 points (75/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A35 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A35 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A35 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A35 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.