Samsung Galaxy A16 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A16 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A16 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 200g).
Samsung Galaxy A16
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 200g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A16 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A16 scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A16 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G99 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 503850 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 760 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1890 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 77 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $182 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A16
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- 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, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A16 (52/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 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 A16 (86/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A16 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.