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 — 54/100 vs 22/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 4000); 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 32 points (54/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy S25
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 15
Design 97
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 better?
  • Lighter: 162g vs 171g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (97/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
  • Longer battery life (19/100 vs 15/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S25 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S25 scores 32 points higher (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (64/100 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 Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (19/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Samsung Galaxy S25: The Samsung Galaxy S25 is a better fit for active users.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy S25 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 2615773
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9600
Display 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X 6.6"
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 25W
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 128GB / 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 162 g 171 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 10MP
  • Front: 12MP
35
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy S25
  • 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy S25
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 25W
  • Wireless: 15W
15
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy S25
$799
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (64/100 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 Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S25 are nearly equal (19/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S25 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy S25 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 32 points (54/100 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 54/100, 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 (64/100 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.