Tecno Pova 5 Pro vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Tecno Pova 5 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 212g).

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 3
Battery 48
Design 35
Value for money 93
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova 5 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 212g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 3/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova 5 Pro vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (52/100 vs 3/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (86/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova 5 Pro: The Tecno Pova 5 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 Tecno Pova 5 Pro Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6080 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2460 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 68W
Main camera 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HIOS 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 580 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.5×76.5×9.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 212 g 171 g
Price $242
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • Main: —
  • Front: 16MP
3
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 68W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova 5 Pro
$242
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, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (52/100 vs 3/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 5 Pro (86/100 vs 35/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova 5 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 5 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 5 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 3/100).

Should you choose the Tecno Pova 5 Pro over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Tecno Pova 5 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.