Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 22/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 214g).
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 214g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 32/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 20/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 53 points higher (75/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads (51/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 20/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (51/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (86/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3515964 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3601 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10686 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×78.1×7.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 214 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $1299 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 6.9" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 10:12 hrs, total 28:50 hrs
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (51/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (86/100 vs 32/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra (55/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 53 points (75/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on camera score (86/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra leads on performance (84/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.