Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $450 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 47/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 615,425); the Samsung Galaxy A53 is noticeably lighter (189g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A53
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A53 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $548
- Better portability (64/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 615425
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 956
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2082
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A53 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 28 points higher (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A53 — 18/100, 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 A53 (95/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (99/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (80/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A53 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1280 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 615425 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 956 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2082 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 79 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.6×74.8×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A53 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A53 by 82.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $98. Samsung Galaxy A53 was $98 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (95/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (99/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a bit better (35/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (80/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (64/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 by 28 points (75/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 26/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 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.