Samsung Galaxy A12 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 18/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 205g).
Samsung Galaxy A12
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 205g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 23/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A12 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 4 points higher (22/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 leads (97/100 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 A12 (52/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A12 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.0×75.8×8.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $180 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A12
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 A12 (52/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A12 (86/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A12 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A12 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.