Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 17/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 192g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Performance 4
Display 0
Camera 32
Battery 23
Design 60
Value for money 41
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (23/100 vs 19/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 192g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 5 points higher (22/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (23/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (86/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Samsung Galaxy Note 20: The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 913920
Geekbench Single 1222
Geekbench Multi 3060
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus 6.6"
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 10 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.6×75.2×8.3 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 192 g 171 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
32
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
$999
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (4/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (52/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (23/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (86/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.