Samsung Galaxy A21s vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A21s (2020) runs on the Exynos 850, 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 A21s has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A21s has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 192g).
Samsung Galaxy A21s
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 192g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 25/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A21s 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 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s leads (95/100 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 A21s (52/100 vs 25/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A21s | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 850 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 234339 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 836 | — | |
| 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 | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×75.3×8.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $215 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A21s
- 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 A21s (52/100 vs 25/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A21s (86/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A21s significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy A21s by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A21s and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s has a MobileRank rating of 19/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A21s or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 25/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A21s over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A21s is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.