Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 (2020) runs on the Samsung Exynos 990, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads — 17/100 vs 11/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y53t 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 13 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 6 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 Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Note 20 better?

  • Higher performance (4/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (32/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 186g vs 192g

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 23/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 60/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 scores 6 points higher (17/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G leads (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y53t 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy Note 20 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G 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 Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Note 20 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Samsung Exynos 990 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 913920
Geekbench Single 1222
Geekbench Multi 3060
Display 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 25W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 12 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 64 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 10 Android 13
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.6×75.2×8.3 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 192 g 186 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • Main: 12MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 64MP
  • Front: 10MP
32
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • 6.7" Super AMOLED Plus
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
  • 4300 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
23
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Note 20
$999
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y53t 5G 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 Samsung Galaxy Note 20 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (32/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (36/100 vs 23/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 leads on camera score (32/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 20 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Samsung Galaxy Note 20 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.