Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $799 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 66/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 3900); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 1,656,761); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 225g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 1656761
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $548 vs $799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 9 points higher (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 46/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (83/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 53.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $251. Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra was $251 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (95/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (99/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (67/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (80/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (83/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.