Samsung Galaxy A52 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A52 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A52 leads — 27/100 vs 22/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A52 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A52 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 189g).

The Samsung Galaxy A52 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A52
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 43
Battery 24
Design 63
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 A52 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (24/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 189g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A52 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A52 scores 5 points higher (27/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 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 A52 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A52: The Samsung Galaxy A52 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 A52 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 514398
Geekbench Single 746
Geekbench Multi 1762
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 800 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP67
Dimensions 159.9×75.1×8.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 189 g 171 g
Price $400
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
43
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A52
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A52
  • 4500 mAh
  • No wireless charging
24
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A52
$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 A52 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 is a bit better (24/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A52 (86/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A52 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A52 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 has a MobileRank rating of 27/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A52 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A52 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A52 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.