Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $1199 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 56/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 874,382); the Samsung Galaxy S20+ is noticeably lighter (188g vs 207g).
Samsung Galaxy S20+
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 188g vs 207g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 874382
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $650 vs $1199
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 57/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 90/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20+ vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 28 points higher (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 57/100). 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 42/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20+ — 22/100, 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 S20+ (92/100 vs 57/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (78/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (73/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20+ | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 874382 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 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 | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $650 |
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S20+
- 4500 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
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20+ and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy S20+ by 72.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $549. Vivo iQOO 13 was $549 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (92/100 vs 57/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (99/100 vs 90/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (78/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ (73/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20+ by 28 points (84/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20+ and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20+ 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 S20+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 57/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20+ over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy S20+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.