Nokia G42 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia G42 leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Nokia G42 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 193g).
Nokia G42
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 193g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Nokia G42 scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | — | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $150 | — |
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (52/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (86/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Nokia G42 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Nokia G42 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Nokia G42 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.