Samsung Galaxy A40 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A40 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7904, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $250 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 3100); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 257,901); the Samsung Galaxy A40 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A40
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A40 better?
- Lighter: 140g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $250 vs $548
- Better portability (84/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 257901
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 330
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 975
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 3100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 17/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A40 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 12/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A40 — 0/100, 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 A40 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (35/100 vs 17/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (80/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (84/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A40 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7904 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 257901 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 330 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 975 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.9" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3100 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 25 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 144.4×69.2×7.9 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 140 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 25MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 5.9" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A40
- 3100 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A40 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A40 by 92.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $298. Samsung Galaxy A40 was $298 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (95/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (35/100 vs 17/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 (80/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A40 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (84/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A40 by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A40 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A40 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 17/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A40 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A40 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.