Nokia 3 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Nokia 3 (2017) runs on the MediaTek MT6737, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 9/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 2630); the main camera is 8 MP vs 108 MP; the Nokia 3 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Nokia 3 is noticeably lighter (140g vs 171g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably better than the Nokia 3 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia 3
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 0
Design 100
Value for money 99
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Nokia 3 better?
  • Lighter: 140g vs 171g

  • Better design/ergonomics (100/100 vs 86/100)
  • Better value for money (99/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 2630 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 8MP

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (19/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia 3 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 13 points higher (22/100 vs 9/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 leads (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).

Nokia 3: The Nokia 3 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 Nokia 3 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek MT6737 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 40000
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1200
Display 5.0" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 1280x720 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 2630 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 5W
Main camera 8 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 2GB
Storage 16GB 256GB
OS Android 7.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes no
Dimensions 143.4×71.4×8.5 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 140 g 171 g
Price $159
Camera comparison
Nokia 3
  • Main: 8MP f/2.0
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Nokia 3
  • 5.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1280x720
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Nokia 3
  • 2630 mAh
  • Wired: 5W
  • No wireless charging
0
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Nokia 3
$159
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Nokia 3 (52/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia 3 (19/100 vs 0/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Nokia 3 is a bit better (100/100 vs 86/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Nokia 3 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (99/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably better than the Nokia 3 — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Nokia 3 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Nokia 3 has a MobileRank rating of 9/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia 3 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Nokia 3 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Nokia 3 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.