Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 48/100 vs 22/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Lighter: 168g vs 171g
- Higher performance (28/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (90/100 vs 86/100)
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3900 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (19/100 vs 13/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 26 points higher (48/100 vs 22/100). 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 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (67/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (28/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (67/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 13/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (90/100 vs 86/100).
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 Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 26 points (48/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (28/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.