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).
Tecno Pova Curve
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Tecno Pova Curve
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Tecno Pova Curve
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2436
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Tecno Pova Curve
- 5500 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 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).
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.