Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (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 Ultra leads — 37/100 vs 22/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 228g).
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (40/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 228g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra scores 15 points higher (37/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (86/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1074182 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 117 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 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 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (55/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (86/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.