Samsung Galaxy A23 vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $219 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 38/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 424,216); the Samsung Galaxy A23 is noticeably lighter (195g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
- Lighter: 195g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $499
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 424216
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 412
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1423
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 31/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 44 points higher (82/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A23 — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (97/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (65/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (75/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A23 | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 424216 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 412 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1423 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2408x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 195 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $219 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 91.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $280. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $280 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (97/100 vs 31/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (65/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (75/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy A23 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 44 points (82/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Samsung Galaxy A23 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.