Samsung Galaxy S23 vs Vivo Y500i
The Samsung Galaxy S23 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Vivo Y500i (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $180. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads — 66/100 vs 45/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y500i has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 3900); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is faster in AnTuTu (1,660,456 vs 560,863); the Samsung Galaxy S23 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 219g).
Samsung Galaxy S23
Vivo Y500i
- Higher AnTuTu: 1660456 vs 560863
- Better Geekbench Single: 2004 vs 923
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5311 vs 2249
- Lighter: 168g vs 219g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 47/100)
- Better camera (67/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (82/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 3900 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $180 vs $799
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 29/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 vs the Vivo Y500i, the Samsung Galaxy S23 scores 21 points higher (66/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 leads (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i leads (60/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Samsung Galaxy S23 — 44/100, Vivo Y500i — 58/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (67/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (60/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (83/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 | Vivo Y500i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 1660456 | 560863 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 2249 | |
| Display | 6.1" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2340x1080 | 720x1570 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3900 mAh | 7200 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 | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.8×76.2×7.6 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $180 |
Samsung Galaxy S23
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y500i
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 6.1" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y500i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y500i
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Samsung Galaxy S23 and Vivo Y500i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S23 leads Vivo Y500i by 196.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $619. Vivo Y500i was $619 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (75/100 vs 47/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 notably outperforms the Vivo Y500i (82/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (67/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y500i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 (60/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i (83/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y500i by 21 points (66/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 and the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Vivo Y500i — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on camera score (67/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 or the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 leads on performance (75/100 vs 47/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 over the Vivo Y500i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y500i is a better fit for everyday use.