Vivo S20 Pro vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Vivo S20 Pro (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S20 Pro leads — 63/100 vs 22/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S20 Pro has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo S20 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 194g).

The Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 41 points (63/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S20 Pro
Performance 46
Display 100
Camera 78
Battery 60
Design 57
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo S20 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5500 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (60/100 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 194g

  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo S20 Pro vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo S20 Pro scores 41 points higher (63/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro leads (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (86/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo S20 Pro: The Vivo S20 Pro 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 S20 Pro Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 2351914
Geekbench Single 2250
Geekbench Multi 7315
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1260x2800 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5500 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 90W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 15, OriginOS 5 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 5000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP64
Dimensions 160.6×75.0×7.5 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 194 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
78
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Vivo S20 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Vivo S20 Pro
  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (46/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo S20 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (78/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S20 Pro (86/100 vs 57/100).

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 S20 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S20 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 41 points (63/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo S20 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S20 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S20 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo S20 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S20 Pro leads on performance (46/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo S20 Pro over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo S20 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.