Vivo V23 5G vs Vivo X500 Pro
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Vivo X500 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 51/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 Pro has the bigger battery (6510 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo X500 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (5,016,623 vs 750,481); the Vivo V23 5G is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 5G
Vivo X500 Pro
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Vivo X500 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5016623 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 4188 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 13145 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 6510 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Vivo X500 Pro, the Vivo X500 Pro scores 39 points higher (90/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro leads (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (82/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Vivo X500 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 9600 Pro | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 5016623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 4188 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 13145 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1216x2660 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 6510 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 151.8×71.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $970 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo X500 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1216x2660
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X500 Pro
- 6510 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23 5G and Vivo X500 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 Pro leads Vivo V23 5G by 85.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (94/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (81/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G notably outperforms the Vivo X500 Pro (82/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 39 points (90/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Vivo X500 Pro — 90/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Vivo X500 Pro?
The Vivo X500 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.