Huawei Pura X vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Huawei Pura X (2025) runs on the HiSilicon Kirin 9020, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Huawei Pura X leads — 41/100 vs 22/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Huawei Pura X has the bigger battery (4720 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Huawei Pura X has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 193g).

The Huawei Pura X is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei Pura X
Performance 16
Display 100
Camera 44
Battery 48
Design 58
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 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4720 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (16/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 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 193g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 44/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 58/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Huawei Pura X vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Huawei Pura X scores 19 points higher (41/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X leads (16/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X leads (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (16/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Huawei Pura X significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Huawei Pura X: The Huawei Pura X 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 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor HiSilicon Kirin 9020 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1383793
Geekbench Single 1370
Geekbench Multi 4446
Display 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED 6.6"
Resolution 1320x2120 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4720 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 66W
Wireless charging 40W 0W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 40 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 7 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS HarmonyOS 5.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 2500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IPX8
Dimensions 143.2×91.7×7.2 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 193 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Huawei Pura X
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 40MP
  • Telephoto: 8MP
  • Front: 7MP
44
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Huawei Pura X
  • 6.3" Foldable LTPO2 OLED
  • Resolution: 1320x2120
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Huawei Pura X
  • 4720 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • Wireless: 40W
48
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (16/100 vs 0/100).

display

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

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Huawei Pura X notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Huawei Pura X (86/100 vs 58/100).

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 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Huawei Pura X is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 19 points.

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

The Huawei Pura X has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

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

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 44/100).

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

The Huawei Pura X leads on performance (16/100 vs 0/100).

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

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