Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 66/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (7400 mAh vs 3900); the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (4,602,290 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 227g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 35/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4602290 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7400 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra scores 23 points higher (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 92/100; 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 iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (92/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (83/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 4602290 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7400 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 8000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.7 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 227 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra
- 7400 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 64.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a bit better (78/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (92/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra (83/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 by 23 points (89/100 vs 66/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on camera score (78/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra leads on performance (99/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.