Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $400 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A52 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $650
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 39/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A52 — 20/100, 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 A52 (91/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
- 4500 mAh
- 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 A52 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A52 by 83.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $250. Samsung Galaxy A52 was $250 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (91/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (78/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (73/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.