Vivo X500 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Vivo X500 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9600M, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X500 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X500 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo X500 is faster in AnTuTu (3,930,719 vs 960,724); the Vivo X500 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X500
Vivo Y23 Pro
What makes Vivo X500 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3930719 vs 960724
- Better Geekbench Single: 3302 vs 1143
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10240 vs 3353
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4300 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 59/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 211g
- Better portability (83/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X500 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo X500 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 leads (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 leads (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X500 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9600M | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3930719 | 960724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3302 | 1143 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10240 | 3353 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1260x2750 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.0×75.0×8.2 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 171 g | |
| Launch price | $820 | — |
Camera comparison
Vivo X500
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X500
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2750
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Vivo X500
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 40W
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X500 and Vivo Y23 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X500 leads Vivo Y23 Pro by 309.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y23 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 59/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X500 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (94/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (84/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo X500 (83/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo X500 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X500 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo X500 has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X500 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo X500 leads on performance (96/100 vs 59/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X500 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo X500 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.