Samsung Galaxy A56 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy A56 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1580, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads — 43/100 vs 22/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy A56 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy A56 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 198g).
Samsung Galaxy A56
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 198g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy A56 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy A56 scores 21 points higher (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy A56 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1580 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1222280 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1356 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3888 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 114 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×77.5×7.4 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $340 | — |
Samsung Galaxy A56
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy A56
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy A56 (86/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 21 points (43/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy A56 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy A56 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 leads on performance (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy A56 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy A56 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.