Huawei Pura X Max vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Huawei Pura X Max (2026) runs on the Kirin 9030 Pro, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X Max leads — 45/100 vs 22/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X Max has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Huawei Pura X Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 229g).

The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 23 points (45/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X Max
Performance 35
Display 100
Camera 28
Battery 62
Design 13
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Huawei Pura X Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 5300 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (35/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (62/100 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 229g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 28/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei Pura X Max vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Huawei Pura X Max scores 23 points higher (45/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max leads (62/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (62/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Huawei Pura X Max: The Huawei Pura X Max 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 Pura X Max Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Kirin 9030 Pro MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 2107301
Geekbench Single 1680
Geekbench Multi 6200
Display 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED 6.6"
Resolution 1828x2584 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5300 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 66W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 6.1 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP58
Dimensions 166.5×120.0×5.2 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 229 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X Max
  • 7.7" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
  • Resolution: 1828x2584
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X Max
  • 5300 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • Wireless: 50W
62
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (35/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (52/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (62/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Huawei Pura X Max (86/100 vs 13/100).

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 Pura X Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pura X Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 23 points (45/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Huawei Pura X Max and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pura X Max has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 28/100).

Which is more powerful: the Huawei Pura X Max or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pura X Max leads on performance (35/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Huawei Pura X Max over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pura X Max is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.