Huawei Pocket 2 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Huawei Pocket 2 (2024) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9000S, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pocket 2 leads — 36/100 vs 22/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pocket 2 has the bigger battery (4520 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Huawei Pocket 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 199g).

The Huawei Pocket 2 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pocket 2
Performance 11
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 44
Design 51
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Pocket 2 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4520 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (11/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (44/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 199g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei Pocket 2 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Huawei Pocket 2 scores 14 points higher (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 leads (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 leads (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pocket 2 (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (44/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pocket 2 (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Huawei Pocket 2: The Huawei Pocket 2 is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Huawei Pocket 2 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 9000S MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1062256
Geekbench Single 1325
Geekbench Multi 4118
Display 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED 6.6"
Resolution 1136x2690 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4520 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 66W
Wireless charging 40W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 7 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 4.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 170.0×75.5×7.3 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 199 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Huawei Pocket 2
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 7MP
32
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Pocket 2
  • 6.9" Foldable LTPO OLED
  • Resolution: 1136x2690
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Pocket 2
  • 4520 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • Wireless: 40W
44
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 is a bit better (11/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pocket 2 (52/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pocket 2 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (44/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pocket 2 (86/100 vs 51/100).

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 Huawei Pocket 2 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pocket 2 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.

What is the rating of the Huawei Pocket 2 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pocket 2 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pocket 2 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pocket 2 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pocket 2 leads on performance (11/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei Pocket 2 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pocket 2 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.