Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads — 33/100 vs 22/100 (a 11-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 12 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 200g).
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (9/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (35/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 200g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21+ vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ scores 11 points higher (33/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads (35/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (35/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21+ | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1017773 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 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 11 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S21+
- 4800 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 S21+ is a bit better (9/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ 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 S21+ (52/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (35/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21+ (86/100 vs 50/100).
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 S21+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21+ and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ has a MobileRank rating of 33/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ leads on performance (9/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21+ over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.