Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads — 56/100 vs 22/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has the bigger battery (4900 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).
Samsung Galaxy S25+
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 4900 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 190g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 62/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25+ vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ scores 34 points higher (56/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (43/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S25+ | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2744367 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4900 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / One UI 7 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×75.8×7.3 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S25+
- 4900 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (43/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25+ (86/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 34 points (56/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S25+ and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S25+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ leads on performance (65/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S25+ over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S25+ is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.