Apple iPhone SE 2022 vs Vivo Y23
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 (2022) runs on the Apple A15 Bionic, while the Vivo Y23 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. Both devices score the same overall rating of 52/100. Key differences: the Vivo Y23 has the bigger battery (4000 mAh vs 2018); the main camera is 12 MP vs 64 MP; the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is faster in AnTuTu (1,413,275 vs 750,481); the Apple iPhone SE 2022 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 doesn't; the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is noticeably lighter (144g vs 179g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone SE 2022
Vivo Y23
What makes Apple iPhone SE 2022 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1413275 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 2315 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 5753 vs 2318
- Lighter: 144g vs 179g
- Higher performance (75/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (91/100 vs 78/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 better?
- Bigger battery: 4000 vs 2018 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 12MP
- Better camera (51/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (25/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo Y23 received the same MobileRank rating — 52/100. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 (75/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo Y23 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 is a bit better (25/100 vs 19/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone SE 2022 | Vivo Y23 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A15 Bionic | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 1413275 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2315 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5753 | 2318 | |
| Display | 4.7" IPS LCD | 6.4" Amoled | |
| Resolution | 750x1334 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 2018 mAh | 4000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 7W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 100 | — | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 7 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 15.4, upgradable to iOS 15.4.1 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP67 | — | |
| Dimensions | 138.4×67.3×7.3 mm | 157.2×72.4×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 144 g | 179 g | |
| Launch price | $429 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 7MP
Vivo Y23
- Main: 64MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 4.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 750x1334
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23
- 6.4" Amoled
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone SE 2022
- 2018 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 7W
Vivo Y23
- 4000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone SE 2022 and Vivo Y23, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads Vivo Y23 by 88.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y23
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 (75/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y23 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (84/100 vs 37/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 is a bit better (25/100 vs 19/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a bit better (91/100 vs 78/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo Y23?
Both devices scored 52/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Apple iPhone SE 2022 (75/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone SE 2022 and the Vivo Y23?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Vivo Y23 — 52/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo Y23?
The Vivo Y23 leads on camera score (51/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone SE 2022 or the Vivo Y23?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 leads on performance (75/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone SE 2022 over the Vivo Y23?
The Apple iPhone SE 2022 is a better fit for active users.