Samsung Galaxy A05 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A05 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 19/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A05 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 195g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A05 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A05
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 37
Design 56
Value for money 100
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A05 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 195g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A05 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 3 points higher (22/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A05: The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A05 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.7" 6.6"
Resolution 720x1600 1080x2376
Refresh rate
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no no
Dimensions 168.8×78.2×8.8 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 195 g 171 g
Price $89
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 6.7"
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A05
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A05
$89
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (52/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A05 (86/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A05 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A05 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A05 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A05 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A05 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A05 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.