Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads — 69/100 vs 22/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3998); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 206g).
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Higher performance (71/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (21/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3998 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 206g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 42/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 34/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 Pro vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro scores 47 points higher (69/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (71/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (21/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (55/100 vs 34/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 Pro | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 2590000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3895 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9988 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 3998 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 168 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $1099 | — |
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.78
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Apple iPhone 17 Pro
- 3998 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 9:51 hrs, total 26:48 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (71/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (21/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (86/100 vs 42/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 Pro (55/100 vs 34/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 47 points (69/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on camera score (94/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro leads on performance (71/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 Pro over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17 Pro is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.