Samsung Galaxy S10 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy S10 (2019) runs on the Samsung Exynos 9820, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $899 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 42/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 3400); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 745,471); the Samsung Galaxy S10 is noticeably lighter (157g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy S10
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 157g vs 207g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 745471
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1001
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2322
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 3400 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $899
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 22/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S10 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 42 points higher (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 19/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S10 — 0/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (73/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (85/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S10 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 9820 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 745471 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1001 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2322 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3040x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3400 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 9W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.6×74.1×7.8 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 157 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy S10
- Main: 12MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 6.1" Dynamic AMOLED
- Resolution: 3040x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S10
- 3400 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 9W
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S10 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy S10 by 76.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $249. Vivo iQOO 13 was $249 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (92/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (99/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (78/100 vs 22/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 (73/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S10 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (85/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S10 by 42 points (84/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S10 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 22/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S10 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S10 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.