Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) leads — 56/100 vs 22/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 34 points (56/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China)
Performance 45
Display 100
Camera 47
Battery 65
Design 62
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (45/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (65/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 190g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) scores 34 points higher (56/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) leads (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) leads (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (45/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China): The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9300 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 2415558
Geekbench Single 2142
Geekbench Multi 7125
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2376
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 120W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 256GB
OS Android 14, OriginOS 4 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1400 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 163.5×75.7×8.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 190 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
47
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China)
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China)
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
65
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (45/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 47/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) (86/100 vs 62/100).

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 Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 34 points (56/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 47/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) leads on performance (45/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo iQOO Neo9 Pro (China) is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.