Samsung Galaxy A36 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $330 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 52/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 816,934).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A36
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A36 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $330 vs $650
- Better portability (68/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 816934
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3000
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A36 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 32 points higher (84/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A36 — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (91/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 816934 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1013 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3000 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $330 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A36 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A36 by 74.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $320. Samsung Galaxy A36 was $320 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (91/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 (73/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (68/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A36 by 32 points (84/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A36 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.