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).

The Samsung Galaxy S21+ is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S21+
Performance 9
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 35
Design 50
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 S21+ better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Samsung Galaxy S21+: The Samsung Galaxy S21+ 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 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
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S21+
  • 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 S21+
  • 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S21+
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
35
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S21+
$999
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.