Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo X90 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo X90 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X90 Pro leads — 72/100 vs 66/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X90 Pro has the bigger battery (4870 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 3 MP; the Vivo X90 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,781,240 vs 1,656,761); per DXOMark lab testing, the Vivo X90 Pro has the stronger camera (136 vs 133); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 214g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo X90 Pro
What makes Samsung Galaxy S23 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 1745
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 4351
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 3MP
- Lighter: 168g vs 214g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 73/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 36/100)
What makes Vivo X90 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1781240 vs 1656761
- Bigger battery: 4870 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 25W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (70/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (77/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo X90 Pro, the Vivo X90 Pro scores 6 points higher (72/100 vs 66/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro leads (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (77/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (83/100 vs 36/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo X90 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9200 | |
| AnTuTu | 1656761 | 1781240 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 1745 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 4351 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4870 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | 136 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 3 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 (Global), Origin OS 3 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 164.1×74.5×9.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 214 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo X90 Pro
- Main: 3MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo X90 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo X90 Pro
- 4870 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo X90 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X90 Pro leads Samsung Galaxy S23 by 7.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo X90 Pro are nearly equal (75/100 vs 73/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X90 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S23 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X90 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (77/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo X90 Pro (83/100 vs 36/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Vivo X90 Pro edges out the Samsung Galaxy S23 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo X90 Pro — 72/100.
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo X90 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo X90 Pro is a better fit for active users, those who care about battery life.