Samsung Galaxy A37 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A37 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1480, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads — 29/100 vs 22/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A37 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A37 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy A37 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A37
Performance 7
Display 50
Camera 26
Battery 37
Design 75
Value for money 93
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A37 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (7/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 180g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A37 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A37 scores 7 points higher (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A37: The Samsung Galaxy A37 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 A37 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 1480 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1031048
Geekbench Single 1140
Geekbench Multi 3346
Display 6.5" Super AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1900 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×78.2×7.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 180 g 171 g
Price $250
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
26
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • 6.5" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A37
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A37
$250
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 is a bit better (7/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A37 (52/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A37 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A37 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 26/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A37 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 leads on performance (7/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A37 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A37 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.