Samsung Galaxy M56 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy M56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1480, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 55/100 (a 29-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 1,021,736); the Vivo iQOO 13 has NFC for contactless payments, the Samsung Galaxy M56 doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy M56 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy M56
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy M56 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 207g
- Better portability (80/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 1021736
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1137
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3437
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 60/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M56 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 29 points higher (84/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (91/100 vs 60/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (78/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (73/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M56 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1021736 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1137 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3437 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED+ | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×77.3×7.2 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED+
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy M56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- 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 M56 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy M56 by 67.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Samsung Galaxy M56
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (91/100 vs 60/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (78/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 (73/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy M56 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (80/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M56 by 29 points (84/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M56 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy M56 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M56 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy M56 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.