Tecno Pova Curve vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Tecno Pova Curve (2025) runs on the Dimensity 7300 Ultimate, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Curve leads — 37/100 vs 22/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Curve has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Tecno Pova Curve has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 189g).

The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova Curve
Performance 2
Display 100
Camera 35
Battery 49
Design 63
Value for money 95
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Tecno Pova Curve better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 189g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Tecno Pova Curve vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Tecno Pova Curve scores 15 points higher (37/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (49/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 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 (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (49/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

Tecno Pova Curve: The Tecno Pova Curve 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 Curve Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Dimensity 7300 Ultimate MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 877641
Geekbench Single 1011
Geekbench Multi 2813
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2436 1080x2376
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 15 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 164.3×74.6×7.5 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 189 g 171 g
Price $219
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 13MP
35
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2436
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova Curve
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Tecno Pova Curve
$219
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Pova Curve and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Curve 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 (52/100 vs 35/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (49/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Tecno Pova Curve (86/100 vs 63/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Tecno Pova Curve significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Tecno Pova Curve is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 15 points.

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

The Tecno Pova Curve has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

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

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).

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

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