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).
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (23/100 vs 19/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.