The vivo Y19s and Samsung Galaxy A31 represent different points in the budget smartphone landscape. The A31, released in 2020, offered a compelling feature set for its time. The Y19s, a more recent entrant, aims to deliver improved performance with a newer chipset. This comparison dissects the key differences to determine which device offers the best value in today's market.
🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the vivo Y19s emerges as the better choice. Its Mediatek Dimensity 6300 chipset, built on a 6nm process, provides a noticeable performance uplift over the Galaxy A31’s 12nm Helio P65, translating to smoother multitasking and gaming. While both phones share a 15W charging rate and similar battery endurance ratings, the Y19s’ modern architecture offers a more future-proof experience.
| Network |
|---|
| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100 - SM-A315F |
| 4G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 38, 40, 41 - SM-A315F |
| 5G bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 77, 78 SA/NSA | - |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| Launch |
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| Announced | 2025, November 03 | 2020, March 24. Released 2020, April 27 |
| Status | Available. Released 2025, November 03 | Discontinued |
| Body |
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | - |
| Dimensions | 167.3 x 77 x 8.2 mm (6.59 x 3.03 x 0.32 in) | 159.3 x 73.1 x 8.6 mm (6.27 x 2.88 x 0.34 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | · Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 199 g (7.02 oz) | 185 g (6.53 oz) |
| Display |
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| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~411 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.74 inches, 109.7 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.4 inches, 98.9 cm2 (~84.9% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 700 nits (HBM) | Super AMOLED |
| Platform |
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.7 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6 nm) | Mediatek MT6768 Helio P65 (12 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| OS | Android 15, Funtouch 15 | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, One UI 4.1 |
| Memory |
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| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM | 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM |
| Main Camera |
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| Dual | 13 MP, f/2.2, (wide), AF
Auxiliary lens | - |
| Features | LED flash, panorama | LED flash, panorama, HDR |
| Quad | - | 48 MP, f/2.0, 26mm (wide), 1/2.0", 0.8µm, PDAF
8 MP, f/2.2, 123˚, (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm
5 MP (macro)
Auxiliary lens |
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera |
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| Single | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) | 20 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
| Video | Yes | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound |
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| 3.5mm jack | - | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
| Comms |
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| Bluetooth | 5.4, A2DP, LE | 5.0, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio, RDS, recording |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features |
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Battery |
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| Charging | 15W wired | 15W wired |
| Type | Si/C Li-Ion 6000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc |
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| Colors | Majestic Green, Titanium Silver | Prism Crush Black, Prism Crush Blue, Prism Crush Red, Prism Crush White |
| Models | - | SM-A315F, SM-A315F/DS, SM-A315G/DS, SM-A315G, SM-A315N |
| Price | About 100 EUR | £ 139.00 / € 138.27 |
| SAR | 0.91 W/kg (head) 0.88 W/kg (body) | - |
| SAR EU | - | 0.49 W/kg (head) 1.68 W/kg (body) |
| Tests |
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 124h |
| Camera | - |
Photo / Video |
| Display | - |
Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - |
-30.9 LUFS (Below average) |
| Performance | - |
AnTuTu: 151815 (v8)
GeekBench: 5096 (v4.4), 1216 (v5.1)
GFXBench: 7fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
vivo Y19s
- More powerful and efficient Dimensity 6300 chipset
- Modern 6nm fabrication process for better thermal management
- Potentially longer software support due to newer hardware
- Display specifications are unknown
- Camera details are limited
Samsung Galaxy A31
- Brighter display (635 nits)
- Established Samsung software experience
- Proven battery endurance (124h)
- Older and less efficient Helio P65 chipset
- 12nm fabrication process leads to more heat
- Potentially limited software updates
Display Comparison
The Samsung Galaxy A31 boasts a measured peak brightness of 635 nits, providing good visibility outdoors. While the vivo Y19s’ display specifications aren’t provided, the A31’s ‘Infinite’ contrast ratio (nominal) suggests a typical IPS panel. The A31’s brightness advantage is likely marginal in real-world use, but could be noticeable in direct sunlight. Without knowing the Y19s’ panel type or brightness, it’s difficult to definitively declare a winner, but the A31 has a slight edge based on available data.
Camera Comparison
Both phones offer 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but lack specific details regarding sensor size or image processing. Given the market positioning, it’s likely both utilize similar budget-oriented camera setups. Without further information, it’s impossible to assess camera quality beyond stating that neither phone is likely to excel in challenging lighting conditions. The presence of a 2MP macro lens on either device is unlikely to significantly impact image quality, serving primarily as a marketing feature.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The vivo Y19s’ Mediatek Dimensity 6300 (6nm) features a more modern CPU architecture – two Cortex-A76 cores clocked at 2.4GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 2.0GHz – compared to the Galaxy A31’s Helio P65 (12nm) with its two Cortex-A75 cores at 2.0GHz and six Cortex-A55 cores at 1.7GHz. The 6nm fabrication process of the Dimensity 6300 is significantly more efficient, leading to better thermal management and sustained performance. The A76 cores in the Y19s also offer a performance advantage over the A75 cores in the A31. This translates to faster app loading times, smoother multitasking, and a more responsive user experience on the Y19s.
Battery Life
Both the vivo Y19s and Samsung Galaxy A31 achieve an endurance rating of 124 hours, suggesting comparable battery life under similar usage patterns. Both devices also share a 15W wired charging rate. This means 0-100% charging times will likely be similar, around 2-3 hours. The Dimensity 6300’s superior power efficiency *could* translate to slightly longer real-world battery life for the Y19s, but the difference is unlikely to be substantial given the identical endurance rating.
Buying Guide
Buy the vivo Y19s if you prioritize performance for everyday tasks and light gaming, and want a device with a more modern chipset for potential software updates. Buy the Samsung Galaxy A31 if you value a proven track record of Samsung’s software experience and are less concerned with raw processing power, and are looking for a phone with a slightly brighter display.
Frequently Asked Questions
❓ Will the Dimensity 6300 in the vivo Y19s handle demanding games like PUBG Mobile?
The Dimensity 6300 is capable of running PUBG Mobile, but likely at medium settings to maintain a stable frame rate. The 6nm process and Cortex-A76 cores provide a performance boost over the Helio P65, but it's not a gaming-focused chipset. Expect playable, but not necessarily maximum, graphics settings.
❓ Does the Samsung Galaxy A31's Helio P65 chipset tend to overheat during prolonged use?
The Helio P65, being built on a 12nm process, is more prone to thermal throttling than the Dimensity 6300. Extended gaming sessions or heavy multitasking may lead to noticeable performance drops as the chipset heats up. The A31's larger chassis may help dissipate some heat, but it won't eliminate the issue entirely.
❓ How does the software experience differ between vivo's Funtouch OS and Samsung's One UI?
Samsung's One UI is generally considered more polished and feature-rich, with a wider range of customization options. vivo's Funtouch OS has improved over time, but historically has been criticized for its heavier skin and pre-installed bloatware. Software preference is subjective, but Samsung generally offers a more refined experience.
❓ Is the 15W charging speed on both phones sufficient for quick top-ups throughout the day?
15W charging is relatively slow by today's standards. It will take approximately 2-3 hours to fully charge both devices. It's adequate for overnight charging, but not ideal for quick top-ups during the day. Consider a faster charger if rapid charging is a priority.
