Samsung Galaxy A34 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A34 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A34 leads — 33/100 vs 22/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A34 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 199g).

The Samsung Galaxy A34 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A34
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 36
Battery 36
Design 51
Value for money 82
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A34 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 199g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A34 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A34 scores 11 points higher (33/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (52/100 vs 36/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A34: The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy A34 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging
DXOMark (camera) 92
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 199 g 171 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • Main: 48MP
  • Front: 13MP
36
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A34
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A34
$400
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (52/100 vs 36/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A34 (86/100 vs 51/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A34 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A34 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A34 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A34 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 36/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A34 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A34 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.