Poco X8 Pro vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 49/100 vs 22/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 196g).

The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 27 points (49/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco X8 Pro
Performance 32
Display 100
Camera 32
Battery 65
Design 55
Value for money 86
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Poco X8 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (32/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 196g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 27 points higher (49/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (32/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (52/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Poco X8 Pro: The Poco X8 Pro 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 Poco X8 Pro Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 1982033
Geekbench Single 1553
Geekbench Multi 6403
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 2712x1220 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 196 g 171 g
Price $350
Camera comparison
Poco X8 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/1.5
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
32
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2712x1220
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Poco X8 Pro
  • 6000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Poco X8 Pro
$350
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (32/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (52/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 27 points (49/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (32/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.