Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo iQOO Z11
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z11 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500; launch prices were $799 and $290. Both devices score the same overall rating of 66/100. Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11 has the bigger battery (9020 mAh vs 3900); the Vivo iQOO Z11 is faster in AnTuTu (2,612,264 vs 1,658,175); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 228g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1553
- Lighter: 168g vs 228g
- Better camera (67/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2612264 vs 1658175
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 9020 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 25W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $290 vs $799
- Higher performance (79/100 vs 75/100)
- Longer battery life (78/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
The Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO Z11 received the same MobileRank rating — 66/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 leads (78/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100, Vivo iQOO Z11 — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (67/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (78/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (83/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo iQOO Z11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1658175 | 2612264 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 9020 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 5000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 228 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $290 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z11
- 9020 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo iQOO Z11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11 leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 36.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $509. Vivo iQOO Z11 was $509 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (79/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (67/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (78/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11 (83/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
Both devices scored 66/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo iQOO Z11.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo iQOO Z11?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo iQOO Z11 is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.