Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 48/100 vs 30/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 188g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Lighter: 168g vs 188g
- Higher performance (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 65/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 18 points higher (48/100 vs 30/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (42/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (42/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 44W | |
| 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 | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (28/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (67/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (42/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (90/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably better than the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.