Samsung Galaxy A73 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 56/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 783,606); the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G is noticeably lighter (181g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy A73 5G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 181g vs 215g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 30 points higher (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (94/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (78/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A73 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, One UI 4.1 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP67 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.1×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A73 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Samsung Galaxy A73 5G by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A73 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (94/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (78/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G (85/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (74/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G by 30 points (86/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy A73 5G has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A73 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.