With 20 million VND, should I buy an iPhone or a Samsung to ensure durability and avoid regrets?

With a budget of around 20 million VND, Vietnamese consumers often face a difficult choice: a stable and durable iPhone or a powerful Samsung model with many attractive features. In reality, each brand has its own advantages, suitable for different needs.

Below is a comprehensive analysis based on market trends, expert technology opinions, experience from long-time phone repair technicians, and real-world user feedback.

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iPhone and Samsung: Different in their user experience philosophies.

iPhone: Smooth, stable, and timeless.

iPhones have long been highly regarded for their optimized software, intuitive interface, and low incidence of minor bugs. Even iPhone models released several years ago still run smoothly and receive regular operating system updates.

According to many repair technicians, iPhones rarely experience serious system errors, have good component compatibility, are easy to repair, and especially retain a high resale value after 1-2 years of use.

Samsung: Versatile, high-performance, and packed with new technologies.

At the same price point, Samsung often offers the feeling of "getting more": a large screen, high brightness, a 120Hz refresh rate, ample RAM, a high-capacity battery, and many extended features.

Android users in general, and Samsung users in particular, appreciate the deep customization options, split-screen functionality, and multitasking capabilities, making it suitable for those who enjoy exploring technology and using multiple tasks simultaneously.

Performance, camera, and display: Which one is better?

Performance

iPhones don't chase after top specifications, but their real-world performance is consistently stable, with minimal lag even after extended use.

Samsung boasts powerful specifications on paper, suitable for gaming and heavy multitasking; however, long-term performance depends heavily on usage habits.

Camera

iPhones are highly regarded by users for their natural colors and stable video recording, making them suitable for portraits and vlogging.

Samsung has the advantage of diverse shooting modes, long-range zoom, vibrant images, suitable for social media posting and post-processing.

Screen

Samsung continues to be the leading brand in display quality with its vibrant, high-brightness AMOLED screens, ideal for watching movies and playing games. While not inferior, the iPhone is less visually appealing.

What models can I buy with 20 million VND?

iPhone

At this price point, users typically choose:

Recent iPhone models (standard versions, low storage capacity)

Higher-end iPhones that have been discounted or are like-new

The biggest advantage is that it's reliable for many years of use, easy to resell, and doesn't depreciate much in value.

Samsung

Samsung offers more options:

High-end Galaxy S series when on sale

Or the high-end Galaxy FE and Galaxy A models with powerful configurations, large batteries, and "reasonable" prices.

This is a popular choice among young, tech-savvy users.

Should you choose an iPhone or a Samsung based on your needs?

You should choose an iPhone if you:

Prioritize smoothness and long-term stability.

I don't want to replace my device frequently.

Consider resale value

I have used the Apple ecosystem, including MacBooks, iPads, and Apple Watches.

You should choose Samsung if you:

If you want a beautiful screen and high specifications...

I like customization, multitasking, and feature-rich capabilities.

Playing games and watching movies a lot

Want "more technology for the same price"

Advice from repair technicians and long-time users.

According to experienced phone repair technicians, iPhones have a low software error rate and good component compatibility, while Samsung phones are easier to upgrade and more flexible in use. However, Samsung phones tend to depreciate faster over time.

Many long-time users also believe that there is no single phone that is good for everyone, but rather the phone that best suits their usage habits.

Conclude

At the price point of 20 million VND, both iPhones and Samsungs are very good options.

iPhones are suitable for people who prefer stability, long-term use, and minimal hassle.

Samsung is suitable for people who like technology, beautiful screens, powerful configurations, and many new features.

Before making a decision, users should consider their actual needs, usage habits, and the length of time they intend to use the device, rather than just looking at the brand or specifications.