Samsung Galaxy A53 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy A53 (2022) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1280, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A53 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 189g).

The Samsung Galaxy A53 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy A53
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 26
Battery 36
Design 63
Value for money 79
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy A53 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 (79/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 189g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A53 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A53 scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 leads (79/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).

Samsung Galaxy A53: The Samsung Galaxy A53 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 A53 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 1280 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 613957
Geekbench Single 957
Geekbench Multi 2095
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging
DXOMark (camera) 79
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 32 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 189 g 171 g
Price $450
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 32MP
26
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy A53
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy A53
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy A53
$450
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 A53 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 A53 (52/100 vs 26/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A53 (86/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A53 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (79/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A53 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy A53 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

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

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A53 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy A53 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.