Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Vivo X200 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X200 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $999 and $889. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads — 86/100 vs 68/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X200 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4700); the Vivo X200 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,092,340 vs 1,695,011); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X200 Ultra has the stronger camera (167 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23+ is noticeably lighter (196g vs 229g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Vivo X200 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23+ better?
- Lighter: 196g vs 229g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Vivo X200 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3092340 vs 1695011
- Better Geekbench Single: 3100 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10095 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Faster wireless charging: 40W vs 15W
- Cheaper at launch: $889 vs $999
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 50/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs the Vivo X200 Ultra, the Vivo X200 Ultra scores 18 points higher (86/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 50/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23+ — 46/100, Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (93/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (78/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (66/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Vivo X200 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1695011 | 3092340 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3100 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10095 | |
| Display | 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 3168x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 167 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 15 / OriginOS 5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.1×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 196 g | 229 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $889 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X200 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 6.6" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23+
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X200 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:14 hrs, total 24:25 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23+ and Vivo X200 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X200 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23+ by 45.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $110. Vivo X200 Ultra was $110 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (92/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (93/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X200 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23+ (78/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23+ significantly outperforms the Vivo X200 Ultra (66/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra is noticeably better than the Samsung Galaxy S23+ — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23+ and the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo X200 Ultra — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Vivo X200 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23+ over the Vivo X200 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X200 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.