Samsung Galaxy A52s vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A52s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $449 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-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 (3,119,308 vs 781,542); the Samsung Galaxy A52s is noticeably lighter (189g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy A52s
Vivo iQOO 13
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $650
- Better portability (70/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 781542
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52s vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A52s — 42/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; 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 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (92/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (73/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (70/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52s | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 781542 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy A52s and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A52s by 74.9% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $201. Samsung Galaxy A52s was $201 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (92/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (78/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (73/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (70/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52s and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52s over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.