Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (2018) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7870, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $400 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 21/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 3000); the main camera is 16 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 192,269); the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 is noticeably lighter (162g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 better?
- Lighter: 162g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $499
- Better portability (83/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 192269
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 172
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 492
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 3000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 11/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 14/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 61 points higher (82/100 vs 21/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 — 0/100, 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 A6 2018 (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (65/100 vs 14/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (75/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7870 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 192269 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 172 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 492 | 10243 | |
| Display | 5.6" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1480x720 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×75.7×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 162 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $400 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- Main: 16MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 5.6" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1480x720
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A6 2018
- 3000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 95.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $99. Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 was $99 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (97/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (99/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (65/100 vs 14/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 (75/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (83/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 by 61 points (82/100 vs 21/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 14/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A6 2018 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.