Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads — 29/100 vs 22/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 32 MP vs 108 MP; the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 202g).

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 12
Battery 42
Design 47
Value for money 98
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Motorola Moto G Play (2026) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (98/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 32MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 202g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) scores 7 points higher (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (52/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Motorola Moto G Play (2026): The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Motorola Moto G Play (2026) Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 720x1604 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5200 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 32 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 167.2×76.4×8.5 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 202 g 171 g
Price $166
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • Main: 32MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
12
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1604
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Motorola Moto G Play (2026)
$166
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (52/100 vs 12/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) (86/100 vs 47/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (98/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 12/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G Play (2026) over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Motorola Moto G Play (2026) is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.