Samsung Galaxy A72 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy A72 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, 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 46/100 (a 29-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 517,460); the Samsung Galaxy A72 is noticeably lighter (203g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A72
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy A72 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $548
- Better camera (36/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A72 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 29 points higher (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A72 — 16/100, 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 A72 (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (99/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A72 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 92 | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×77.4×8.4 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- Main: 64MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A72
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A72 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy A72 by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $98. Samsung Galaxy A72 was $98 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (99/100 vs 68/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra are nearly equal (36/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A72 is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A72 by 29 points (75/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A72 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy A72 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A72 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A72 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.