OnePlus Nord CE5 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The OnePlus Nord CE5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8350, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads — 44/100 vs 22/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Nord CE5 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Nord CE5 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Nord CE5
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 31
Battery 66
Design 50
Value for money 83
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes OnePlus Nord CE5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (83/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the OnePlus Nord CE5 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the OnePlus Nord CE5 scores 22 points higher (44/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (66/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 leads (83/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (52/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (66/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100).

OnePlus Nord CE5: The OnePlus Nord CE5 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 OnePlus Nord CE5 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8350 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1696968
Geekbench Single 1398
Geekbench Multi 4313
Display 6.7" Fluid AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2412 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 80W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15, ColorOS 15 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1430 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP65
Dimensions 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 171 g
Price $392
Camera comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
31
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 6.7" Fluid AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2412
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
OnePlus Nord CE5
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
66
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
OnePlus Nord CE5
$392
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (52/100 vs 31/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (66/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the OnePlus Nord CE5 (86/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Nord CE5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (83/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 22 points (44/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the OnePlus Nord CE5 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 31/100).

Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Nord CE5 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the OnePlus Nord CE5 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The OnePlus Nord CE5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.