Samsung Galaxy A36 vs Vivo Y53t 5G
The Samsung Galaxy A36 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads — 33/100 vs 11/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A36 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy A36
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 186g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A36 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Samsung Galaxy A36 scores 22 points higher (33/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A36 | Vivo Y53t 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 826996 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2920 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.5" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm | 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A36
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 6.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (29/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 22 points (33/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A36 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A36 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 leads on camera score (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A36 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy A36 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.