Samsung Galaxy A23 vs Xiaomi 14

The Samsung Galaxy A23 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680, while the Xiaomi 14 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3; launch prices were $219 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 14 leads — 75/100 vs 38/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A23 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4610); the Xiaomi 14 is faster in AnTuTu (2,363,726 vs 421,228).

The Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A23
Performance 31
Display 54
Camera 32
Battery 44
Portability 57
Value for money 36
Xiaomi 14
Performance 82
Display 85
Camera 71
Battery 65
Portability 61
Value for money 62
What makes Samsung Galaxy A23 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4610 mAh
  • Cheaper at launch: $219 vs $599

  • Overall rating 38/100
What makes Xiaomi 14 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2363726 vs 421228
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2200 vs 412
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 7000 vs 1410
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 193g vs 195g

  • Higher performance (82/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better camera (71/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (61/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A23 vs the Xiaomi 14, the Xiaomi 14 scores 37 points higher (75/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (82/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 leads (65/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy A23 — 36/100, Xiaomi 14 — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (82/100 vs 31/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (71/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A23 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).

Samsung Galaxy A23: The Samsung Galaxy A23 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 14: The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A23 Xiaomi 14
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
AnTuTu 421228 2363726
Geekbench Single 412 2200
Geekbench Multi 1410 7000
Display 6.6" IPS LCD 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2408x1080 2670x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4610 mAh
Charging 25W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 138
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 8GB / 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 14 / HyperOS
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 164.5×76.9×8.4 mm 152.8×71.5×8.2 mm
Weight 195 g 193 g
Launch price $219 $599
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 5MP
  • Front: 8MP
32
camera
Xiaomi 14
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
71
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A23
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2408x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Xiaomi 14
  • 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2670x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A23
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
44
battery
Xiaomi 14
  • 4610 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
65
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Samsung Galaxy A23 and Xiaomi 14, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Samsung Galaxy A23 Qualcomm Snapdragon 680
38/100
421228 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 14 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
75/100 +82.2%
2363726 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 14 leads Samsung Galaxy A23 by 82.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Samsung Galaxy A23
$219
Xiaomi 14
$599

Launch price difference: $380. Samsung Galaxy A23 was $380 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (82/100 vs 31/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (85/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (71/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 14 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 (65/100 vs 44/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14 and the Samsung Galaxy A23 are nearly equal (61/100 vs 57/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A23 by 37 points (75/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A23 and the Xiaomi 14?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 14 — 75/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 leads on camera score (71/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A23 or the Xiaomi 14?

The Xiaomi 14 leads on performance (82/100 vs 31/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A23 over the Xiaomi 14?

The Samsung Galaxy A23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 14 is a better fit for gamers and power users.