Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 7570, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 16/100 (a 70-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 2400); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 is noticeably lighter (149g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 better?
- Lighter: 149g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599
- Better portability (81/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 122
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 2400 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 70 points higher (86/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 15/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 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 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (94/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (81/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 7570 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 122 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 405 | 9287 | |
| Display | 5.0" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 2400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 143.2×70.3×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 149 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $599 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 5.0" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy J3 2017
- 2400 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (94/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (78/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 (85/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 (81/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 by 70 points (86/100 vs 16/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy J3 2017 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.