Vivo S50 Pro mini vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Vivo S50 Pro mini (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads — 71/100 vs 22/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo S50 Pro mini has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo S50 Pro mini has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 191g).
Vivo S50 Pro mini
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (62/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (76/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 191g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Vivo S50 Pro mini vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo S50 Pro mini scores 49 points higher (71/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (73/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini leads (76/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (68/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (73/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (76/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Vivo S50 Pro mini | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3068952 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2903 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9602 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1216x2640 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 150.8×71.8×8.0 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $485 | — |
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo S50 Pro mini
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (68/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (73/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo S50 Pro mini (86/100 vs 61/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo S50 Pro mini notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (76/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 49 points (71/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S50 Pro mini and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on camera score (62/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S50 Pro mini or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini leads on performance (68/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S50 Pro mini over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo S50 Pro mini is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.