These phones from Vivo and Samsung are in tough competition—both have one feature better than the other. Which one is the best?
Both phones come with impressive features. They offer a 6000mAh battery and a selfie camera of up to 50 megapixels. The devices also feature a 120Hz refresh rate display and a powerful processor.
In the price range of ₹30,000 to ₹35,000, Vivo and Samsung are offering two strong contenders for Indian users—the Vivo V50 5G and the Samsung Galaxy A36 5G. Both smartphones come with competitive features, including a 6000mAh battery and a high-resolution selfie camera. Each phone has a 120Hz display and a capable processor, making them direct competitors. If you’re planning to buy one of these, here’s a detailed comparison of their features and specifications.
Display
The Vivo V50 features a 6.77-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. In comparison, the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes with a 6.7-inch Super AMOLED display, also supporting a 120Hz refresh rate. For display protection, Vivo offers Diamond Shield, while Samsung uses Gorilla Glass Victus+.
RAM, Storage, and Processor
The Vivo V50 is available with up to 12GB LPDDR4x RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. It is powered by the Snapdragon 7 Gen 3 processor.
The Samsung Galaxy A36 also comes with up to 12GB RAM and up to 512GB of internal storage. It is equipped with Samsung’s Exynos 1580 chipset.
Camera
For photography, the Vivo V50 offers a 50MP OIS main camera and a 50MP ultra-wide-angle camera. For selfies, it has a 50MP autofocus front camera.
The Samsung Galaxy A36 features a 50MP main camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 5MP macro sensor. It has a 12MP front camera for selfies.
Battery and IP Rating
The Vivo V50 is backed by a 6000mAh battery with 90W fast charging support.
In contrast, the Samsung Galaxy A36 comes with a 5000mAh battery and supports 45W fast charging.
For water and dust resistance, the Vivo V50 is rated IP68 + IP69, while the Galaxy A36 has an IP67 rating.