Vivo NEX 3 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Vivo NEX 3 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 21/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo NEX 3 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 64 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 217g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Vivo NEX 3 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo NEX 3
Performance 2
Display 0
Camera 47
Battery 30
Design 28
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo NEX 3 better?
  • Bigger battery: 4500 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (2/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (30/100 vs 19/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 217g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 28/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo NEX 3 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 1 points higher (22/100 vs 21/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo NEX 3 leads (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo NEX 3 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 NEX 3 is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo NEX 3 (86/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo NEX 3: The Vivo NEX 3 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 NEX 3 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 855+ MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 859084
Geekbench Single 1031
Geekbench Multi 2864
Display 6.9" Super AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2256 1080x2376
Refresh rate
Battery 4500 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 64 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 9.0 (Pie); Funtouch 9.1 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no no
Dimensions 167.4×76.1×9.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 217 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo NEX 3
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
47
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo NEX 3
  • 6.9" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2256
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo NEX 3
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo NEX 3 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (2/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 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 NEX 3 is a bit better (30/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo NEX 3 (86/100 vs 28/100).

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 NEX 3 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Vivo NEX 3 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo NEX 3 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo NEX 3 has a MobileRank rating of 21/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo NEX 3 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

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

Should you choose the Vivo NEX 3 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo NEX 3 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.