Vivo V23 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 28/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 56 points (84/100 vs 28/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 50
Battery 22
Design 76
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
  • Lighter: 179g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4200 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 50/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 22/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 56 points higher (84/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (90/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo V23 5G: The Vivo V23 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo V23 5G Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2608x1200
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 44W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 64 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12, Funtouch 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm
Weight 179 g 219 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 5G
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
50
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Vivo V23 5G
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 5G
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
22
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo V23 5G
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (90/100 vs 50/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (83/100 vs 22/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (76/100 vs 26/100).

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 V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 56 points (84/100 vs 28/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 50/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo V23 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.