Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads — 50/100 vs 31/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is thinner (7.6mm vs 8.6mm).

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Performance 29
Display 100
Camera 67
Battery 38
Design 55
Value for money 41
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh

  • Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (67/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 45W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 194g vs 196g

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 55/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Samsung Galaxy S23+ scores 19 points higher (50/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (67/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Samsung Galaxy S23+: The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S23+ Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1692696
Geekbench Single 2004
Geekbench Multi 5311
Display 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 45W 80W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 133
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 10 MP 0 MP
Front camera 12 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 1750 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 196 g 194 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
67
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
  • 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23+
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
38
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S23+
$999
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (29/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (67/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (39/100 vs 38/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) and the Samsung Galaxy S23+ are nearly equal (57/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads on camera score (67/100 vs 34/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23+ over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.