Apple iPhone 17e vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17e leads — 38/100 vs 22/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Performance 59
Display 0
Camera 29
Battery 4
Design 96
Value for money 69
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
  • Lighter: 163g vs 171g

  • Higher performance (59/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (96/100 vs 86/100)
  • Better value for money (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 3600 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (19/100 vs 4/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Apple iPhone 17e scores 16 points higher (38/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (19/100 vs 4/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (69/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (59/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (19/100 vs 4/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Apple iPhone 17e: The Apple iPhone 17e 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 17e Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 2085000
Geekbench Single 3610
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.1" OLED 6.6"
Resolution 2556x1179 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 3600 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 20W
Wireless charging 15W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 24 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS iOS 19 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 163 g 171 g
Price $599
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • Main: 48MP f/1.6
  • Front: 24MP
29
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
  • 6.1" 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 17e
  • 3600 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • Wireless: 15W
4
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17e
$599
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (59/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (52/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (19/100 vs 4/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (96/100 vs 86/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 16 points.

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (59/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.