Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 65/100 vs 22/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 215g).

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 43 points (65/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
Performance 92
Display 100
Camera 45
Battery 40
Design 31
Value for money 0
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 215g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 43 points higher (65/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8: The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 3942923
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X 6.6"
Resolution 1968x2184 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4800 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 45W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 10 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 16 / One UI 8.5 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Protection IP48
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 215 g 171 g
Price $1999
Camera comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 10MP
45
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
  • Resolution: 1968x2184
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • Wireless: 15W
40
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
$1999
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (92/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 45/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (86/100 vs 31/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (55/100 vs 0/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 43 points (65/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 45/100).

Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.