Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 (2026) runs on the Dimensity 7100, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads — 35/100 vs 22/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve 2 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 195g).
Tecno Pova Curve 2
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (1/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (94/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 195g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 26/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 56/100)
Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve 2 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 scores 13 points higher (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 leads (94/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (52/100 vs 26/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (86/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Tecno Pova Curve 2 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 7100 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 835566 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 995 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2925 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2364 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.7×77.2×7.4 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $229 | — |
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2364
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova Curve 2
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (1/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (52/100 vs 26/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve 2 (86/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 2 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova Curve 2 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova Curve 2 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 26/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova Curve 2 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Tecno Pova Curve 2 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.