iPhone 17e vs vivo T4R 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
vivo T4R 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.8/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
iPhone 17e
vivo T4R 5G
vivo T4R 5G wins 4 of 5 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- Speedvivo T4R 5G8086
- CameraiPhone 17e8280
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- Batteryvivo T4R 5G7091
- Displayvivo T4R 5G6289
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- Valuevivo T4R 5G8085
- vivo T4R 5G has the bigger battery5,700 mAh vs 4,005 mAh
- vivo T4R 5G has a smoother screen120 Hz vs 60 Hz
- vivo T4R 5G has the bigger screen6.77" vs 6.1"
- vivo T4R 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
- iPhone 17e has the faster chipApple A19 vs Dimensity 7400
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄vivo T4R 5G wins — BeastScore 85.8/100
The vivo T4R 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,700 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A19 vs Dimensity 7400).
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 5,700 mAh vs 4,005 mAh · Smoother display: 120 Hz vs 60 Hz
Common questions
Which is better: iPhone 17e or vivo T4R 5G?
The vivo T4R 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (5,700 mAh vs 4,005 mAh) and smoother screen (120 Hz vs 60 Hz). The iPhone 17e is worth a look if you prefer its faster chip (Apple A19 vs Dimensity 7400). BeastScore: iPhone 17e 74.9/100, vivo T4R 5G 85.8/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 17e and vivo T4R 5G?
iPhone 17e has a 6.1-inch display and 4005 mAh battery. vivo T4R 5G has a 6.77-inch display and 5700 mAh battery.
How do iPhone 17e and vivo T4R 5G compare for speed?
iPhone 17e scores 80/100 for performance; vivo T4R 5G scores 86/100.
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