Samsung Galaxy F56 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy F56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $369 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 55/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,021,736); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy F56 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy F56 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy F56
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy F56 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $369 vs $548
- Better portability (80/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3437
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy F56 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 20 points higher (75/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy F56 — 42/100, 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 F56 (95/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy F56 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy F56 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED+ | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $369 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy F56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy F56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED+
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy F56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy F56 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy F56 by 71.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $179. Samsung Galaxy F56 was $179 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 (95/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra and the Samsung Galaxy F56 are nearly equal (35/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy F56 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (80/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy F56 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy F56 by 20 points (75/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy F56 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy F56 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy F56 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy F56 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy F56 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.