Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7880, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $380 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 18/100 (a 68-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 215g).
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 157g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $380 vs $599
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 760
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 1/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 68 points higher (86/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (94/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7880 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 175 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 760 | 9494 | |
| Display | 5.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.1×71.4×7.9 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $380 | $599 |
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 5.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A5 2017
- 3000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Launch price difference: $219. Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 was $219 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (94/100 vs 1/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (78/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (84/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 by 68 points (86/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 1/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A5 2017 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.