Samsung Galaxy S20 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 47/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 907,140); the Samsung Galaxy S20 is noticeably lighter (163g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S20
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S20 better?
- Lighter: 163g vs 227g
- Better portability (96/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 907140
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1222
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3060
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 58/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S20 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 42 points higher (89/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 32/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S20 — 4/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (99/100 vs 58/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (78/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 32/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (96/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S20 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 990 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 907140 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1222 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3060 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S20
- 4000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S20 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S20 by 80.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (99/100 vs 58/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (99/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (78/100 vs 11/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 (92/100 vs 32/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S20 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (96/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S20 by 42 points (89/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S20 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S20 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 11/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S20 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 58/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S20 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.