Vivo V23 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo V23 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 51/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4200); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 750,481); the Vivo V23 5G is noticeably lighter (179g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo V23 5G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo V23 5G better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 224g
- Better portability (82/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4200 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 44W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo V23 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 36 points higher (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (98/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (83/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (82/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo V23 5G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4200 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 44W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 157.2×72.4×7.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo V23 5G
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo V23 5G
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo V23 5G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo V23 5G by 81.0% 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 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (98/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (87/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G (83/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo V23 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (82/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo V23 5G by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo V23 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo V23 5G has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo V23 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Vivo V23 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.