Samsung Galaxy F36 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy F36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $245 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 51/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 767,711); the Samsung Galaxy F36 is noticeably lighter (197g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F36
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy F36 better?
- Lighter: 197g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $245 vs $499
- Better portability (64/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 767711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1008
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2710
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F36 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 31 points higher (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F36 — 52/100, 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 F36 (97/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F36 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 767711 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2710 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | — | |
| Weight | 197 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $245 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F36 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy F36 by 83.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $254. Samsung Galaxy F36 was $254 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (97/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (65/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F36 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (64/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F36 by 31 points (82/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F36 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy F36 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F36 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F36 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.