Samsung Galaxy F17 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy F17 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1330, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $185 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 46/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 607,489); the Samsung Galaxy F17 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F17
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy F17 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $185 vs $650
- Better portability (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 607489
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 960
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1826
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 67/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F17 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 38 points higher (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F17 — 56/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; 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 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (99/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (78/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F17 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1330 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 607489 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 960 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1826 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.5 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $185 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F17
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F17 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy F17 by 80.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $465. Samsung Galaxy F17 was $465 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (91/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (99/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (78/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F17 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F17 by 38 points (84/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F17 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy F17 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F17 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F17 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.