Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 22/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 234g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 234g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 27 points higher (49/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (42/100 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 S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (73/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (86/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (29/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (73/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (86/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 27 points (49/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.