Realme realme V23i vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 11/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Tecno Phantom V Fold has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't; the Realme realme V23i is noticeably lighter (185g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 33 points (44/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme realme V23i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 68
Value for money 55
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Realme realme V23i better?
  • Lighter: 185g vs 299g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 33 points higher (44/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme realme V23i: The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use.
Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme realme V23i Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 () MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 1453683
Geekbench Single 1967
Geekbench Multi 5401
Display 6.6" LCD IPS 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1612 2000x2296
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 1100 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm
Weight 185 g 299 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme realme V23i
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Realme realme V23i
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Realme realme V23i
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Realme realme V23i (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (68/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 33 points (44/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme realme V23i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Realme realme V23i or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.