Vivo S16e vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S16e leads — 30/100 vs 22/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S16e has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo S16e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 187g).

The Vivo S16e edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16e
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 37
Design 66
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo S16e better?
  • Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (37/100 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 187g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S16e vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo S16e scores 8 points higher (30/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S16e leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo S16e: The Vivo S16e 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 S16e Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Exynos 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu
Geekbench Single
Geekbench Multi
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4600 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 66W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 11, Origin OS Ocean Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1300 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 187 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo S16e
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S16e
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S16e
  • 4600 mAh
  • Wired: 66W
  • No wireless charging
37
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo S16e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (52/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S16e notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S16e (86/100 vs 66/100).

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 S16e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S16e edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo S16e and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S16e has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S16e over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S16e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.