Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (2017) runs on the Samsung Exynos 8895, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 6/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 195g).
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Overall rating 6/100
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3300 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 195g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 4/100)
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 2/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 16 points higher (22/100 vs 6/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (19/100 vs 2/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (52/100 vs 4/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (19/100 vs 2/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Note 8 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 8895 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 437463 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1445 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" Super AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2960x1440 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3300 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 7.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×74.8×8.6 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $929 | — |
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- Main: 12MP f/1.7
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 6.3" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 2960x1440
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Note 8
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (52/100 vs 4/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (19/100 vs 2/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 (86/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 6/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 4/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Note 8 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Note 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.