Vivo V23 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 28/100 (a 56-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 219g).
Vivo V23 5G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 50/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 56 points higher (84/100 vs 28/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo V23 5G leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (92/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 50/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (82/100 vs 22/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo V23 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Vivo V23 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (92/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 50/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (82/100 vs 22/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (76/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo V23 5G is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 50/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Vivo V23 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.