Samsung Galaxy M36 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy M36 (2025) runs on the Exynos 1380, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M36 leads — 30/100 vs 22/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M36 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy M36 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 197g).
Samsung Galaxy M36
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 197g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy M36 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy M36 scores 8 points higher (30/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy M36 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1380 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 768212 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1008 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2758 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Super AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, up to 6 major Android upgrades, One UI 7 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×77.9×7.7 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy M36
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy M36
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 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 M36 (52/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy M36 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M36 (86/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy M36 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy M36 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy M36 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy M36 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.