Samsung Galaxy S26 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy S26 (2026) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2600, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.
Samsung Galaxy S26
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S26 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy S26 scores 32 points higher (54/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S26 (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (19/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 is a bit better (97/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S26 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2600 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2856499 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2880 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9100 | — | |
| 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 16 / One UI 8.5 | 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 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S26
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 6.2" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy S26
- 4000 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 S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (64/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy S26 are nearly equal (19/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Samsung Galaxy S26 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.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S26 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 32 points (54/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S26 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S26 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 S26 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S26 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy S26 is a better fit for active users. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.