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 — 24/100 vs 22/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 12 MP vs 108 MP.
Samsung Galaxy S21
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Lighter: 169g vs 171g
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (88/100 vs 86/100)
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 4000 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 12/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S21 scores 2 points higher (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 is a bit better (10/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1074811 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.2" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 169 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21
- Main: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 6.2" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S21
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
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 (10/100 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 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 (52/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 has a MobileRank rating of 24/100, 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 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 leads on performance (10/100 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.