Samsung Galaxy A23 vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $219 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 38/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,150,555 vs 424,216).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23
Vivo iQOO 13
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $650
- Better portability (57/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3150555 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 46 points higher (84/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A23 — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 82/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (91/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (73/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 3150555 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $650 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 86.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $431. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $431 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (91/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (78/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (73/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 46 points (84/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (91/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.