Vivo S18e vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Vivo S18e (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S18e leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S18e has the bigger battery (4800 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo S18e has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 193g).
Vivo S18e
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 4800 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 193g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 58/100)
Comparing the Vivo S18e vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo S18e scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S18e leads (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (86/100 vs 58/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Vivo S18e | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | — | — | |
| Geekbench Single | — | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×74.9×7.7 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 193 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Vivo S18e
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo S18e
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo S18e
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S18e significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (52/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S18e notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S18e (86/100 vs 58/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S18e edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo S18e and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S18e has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S18e or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S18e over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S18e is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.