Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs Vivo X Note
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Vivo X Note (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Note leads — 66/100 vs 63/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Note has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is faster in AnTuTu (1,436,963 vs 1,294,871).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
Vivo X Note
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 FE better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1436963 vs 1294871
- Lighter: 209g vs 216g
- Higher performance (69/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (51/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Vivo X Note better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (87/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE vs the Vivo X Note, the Vivo X Note scores 3 points higher (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note leads (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X Note are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Note is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (71/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 FE | Vivo X Note | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1436963 | 1294871 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 7.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 127 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12, Origin OS Ocean | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.0×76.5×8.2 mm | 168.8×80.3×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 10MP
Vivo X Note
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 6.4" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X Note
- 7.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X Note
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and Vivo X Note, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads Vivo X Note by 11.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo X Note
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X Note are nearly equal (69/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Note is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Note notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE (71/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X Note?
The Vivo X Note edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE and the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo X Note — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE or the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE leads on camera score (63/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 FE over the Vivo X Note?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 FE is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X Note is a better fit for active users.