Samsung Galaxy A55 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy A55 (2024) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads — 37/100 vs 30/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A55 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Samsung Galaxy A55
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Higher performance (5/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (48/100 vs 27/100)
- Better value for money (79/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 37/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 33/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A55 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy A55 scores 7 points higher (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 leads (48/100 vs 27/100). 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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (65/100 vs 33/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A55 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1031048 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3200 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 / One UI 6.1 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×77.4×8.2 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $449 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A55
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy A55
- 6.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy A55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
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 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A55 (65/100 vs 33/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A55 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (79/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A55 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on camera score (48/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A55 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 leads on performance (5/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A55 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy A55 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.