Vivo V23 5G vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 51/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 750,481); the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 5G
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 34 points higher (85/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (92/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (90/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (82/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23 5G and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Vivo V23 5G by 75.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo V23 5G
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (92/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (90/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (82/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 34 points (85/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.