Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads — 31/100 vs 30/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.
Samsung Galaxy A53
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 189g
- Better camera (27/100 vs 26/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 63/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A53 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy A53 scores 1 points higher (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A53 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1280 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 613957 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 957 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2095 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 79 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 189 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $450 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A53
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A53
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (27/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) and the Samsung Galaxy A53 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A53 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.