Samsung Galaxy S23+ vs Vivo Y200
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S23+ dominates in nearly every performance metric with its flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, superior camera system featuring multiple lenses with optical zoom and 8K video, and premium build quality with Gorilla Glass Victus 2. Display brightness reaches 1750 nits versus Y200's 1800 nits, but S23+ offers superior color accuracy and responsiveness. Battery capacity slightly favors Y200 at 5000mAh, though S23+'s power efficiency matters more. Y200 competes primarily on price and provides acceptable everyday performance with newer Android 14, dual SIM support, and basic 5G connectivity. For demanding users prioritizing camera quality, gaming, and longevity, S23+ justifies its $750 premium. Y200 suits budget-conscious buyers accepting compromises in processing power, camera versatility, and build materials for acceptable mainstream usage.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S23+ if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy delivers top-tier performance
- →Bright 1750-nit display is excellent in direct sunlight
- →4700 mAh battery provides strong all-day endurance
Buy the Vivo Y200 if…
- →120Hz AMOLED display at a budget $249 price
- →5G connectivity in budget segment
- →5000 mAh battery with long endurance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S23+
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy delivers top-tier performance
- Bright 1750-nit display is excellent in direct sunlight
- 4700 mAh battery provides strong all-day endurance
- Four years of OS updates and five years of security patches
- Versatile triple camera with 3x optical zoom
Cons
- Only 8 GB RAM at the $999 price point
- FHD+ resolution instead of QHD+ on the 6.6-inch display
- 45W charging is slower than Chinese competitors
- No expandable storage or microSD slot
- Design is very similar to S22+ with minimal visual changes
Vivo Y200
Pros
- 120Hz AMOLED display at a budget $249 price
- 5G connectivity in budget segment
- 5000 mAh battery with long endurance
- 44W fast charging is good for this price
- 1800 nit brightness for outdoor visibility
Cons
- Only 4 GB RAM
- 8 MP selfie camera is basic
- 2 MP depth sensor is useless
- Only 1080p video recording
- All-plastic construction
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S23+ | Vivo Y200 |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (One UI 5.1) | Android 14, Funtouch OS 14 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 195 g | 190 g |
| Material | Armor Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic frame, plastic back |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP64 |
| Dimensions | 157.8 x 76.2 x 7.6 mm | 164.1 x 76.2 x 8.0 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, Dual Pixel PDAF, OIS | 50 MP, f/1.8 |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.0 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP, f/2.4, 3x optical zoom, OIS | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | — |
| Depth | — | 2 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 4 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4700 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 44W FlashCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W, Wireless PowerShare | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.6 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2340 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1750 | 1800 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.36 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 2x2.8 GHz + 3x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz + 6x2.0 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 740 | Adreno 613 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 for Galaxy | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6E | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.0 |
Related Comparisons
This comparison is based on verified manufacturer specifications covering display, performance, camera, battery, and build quality. Scores are generated by analyzing specs across weighted categories on a 10-point scale. Learn more about our methodology.
Explore more in phones, see all Samsung products or all Vivo products. View full details for the Samsung Galaxy S23+ or the Vivo Y200.