Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads — 48/100 vs 22/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has the bigger battery (4400 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 236g).
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 4400 vs 4300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 236g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 48/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 5/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special scores 26 points higher (48/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (25/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (86/100 vs 5/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2342433 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | — | |
| Display | 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2 | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1968x2184 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 4 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 7 major Android upgrades, One UI 6.1.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP48 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.9×142.6×4.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 236 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 4MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 8.0" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2
- Resolution: 1968x2184
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (45/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a bit better (25/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special (86/100 vs 5/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 26 points (48/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold Special is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.