Apple iPhone 16 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Apple iPhone 16 (2024) runs on the Apple A18, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 16 leads — 44/100 vs 22/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3561); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 16
Performance 46
Display 0
Camera 78
Battery 7
Design 87
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 16 better?
  • Lighter: 170g vs 171g

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (87/100 vs 86/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3561 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (19/100 vs 7/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 16 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Apple iPhone 16 scores 22 points higher (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (19/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 7/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 16: The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 16 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Apple A18 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1650000
Geekbench Single 3100
Geekbench Multi 7700
Display 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED 6.6"
Resolution 2556x1179 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3561 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 27W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 147
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Front camera 12 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 18 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 147.6×71.6×7.8 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 170 g 171 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 12MP
78
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 16
  • 6.1" Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2556x1179
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 16
  • 3561 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 25W
7
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 16
$799
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 16 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 7/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (87/100 vs 86/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 16 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 16 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.