Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 50/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 913,920); the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 913920
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4300 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $999
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 34 points higher (84/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy Note 20 — 10/100, 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 Note 20 (91/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (99/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (73/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 20 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 913920 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4300 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.6×75.2×8.3 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
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 Note 20 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by 71.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $349. Vivo iQOO 13 was $349 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (91/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (99/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (73/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by 34 points (84/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.