Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Samsung Galaxy A55 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A55 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 213g).

The Samsung Galaxy A55 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A55
Performance 5
Display 100
Camera 48
Battery 37
Design 33
Value for money 79
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A55 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (5/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (48/100 vs 34/100)
  • Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 194g vs 213g

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A55 vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Samsung Galaxy A55 scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A55 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (57/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A55: The Samsung Galaxy A55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A55 Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Samsung Exynos 1480 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1031048
Geekbench Single 1050
Geekbench Multi 3200
Display 6.6" Super AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 25W 80W
DXOMark (camera) 108
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14 / One UI 6.1 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 161.1×77.4×8.2 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 213 g 194 g
Price $449
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 13MP
48
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • 6.6" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A55
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A55
$449
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (5/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy A55 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (57/100 vs 33/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on performance (5/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A55 over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy A55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.