Samsung Galaxy A52s vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A52s (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $449 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 55/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 783,606); the Samsung Galaxy A52s is noticeably lighter (189g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52s
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy A52s better?
- Lighter: 189g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $499
- Better portability (70/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 40/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52s vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 27 points higher (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 40/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A52s — 34/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (97/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (65/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (75/100 vs 40/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A52s | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 189 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 6.5" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A52s and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A52s by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Samsung Galaxy A52s was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (97/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (65/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s (75/100 vs 40/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52s notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (70/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52s by 27 points (82/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52s and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A52s has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A52s or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52s over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.