Vivo Y23 Pro vs Vivo Y36 5G

The Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (), while the Vivo Y36 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6020. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y36 5G leads — 24/100 vs 22/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y36 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo Y36 5G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).

The Vivo Y36 5G edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
Vivo Y36 5G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 190g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo Y36 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y23 Pro vs the Vivo Y36 5G, the Vivo Y36 5G scores 2 points higher (24/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y36 5G leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y36 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y36 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y36 5G: The Vivo Y36 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo Y23 Pro Vivo Y36 5G
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () MediaTek Dimensity 6020
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.6" 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2376 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 44W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 650 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP54
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm
Weight 171 g 190 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Vivo Y36 5G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo Y36 5G
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Vivo Y36 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y36 5G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (52/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y36 5G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Vivo Y36 5G (86/100 vs 62/100).

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 Y23 Pro or the Vivo Y36 5G?

The Vivo Y36 5G edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Vivo Y36 5G?

The Vivo Y23 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo Y36 5G — 24/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y23 Pro or the Vivo Y36 5G?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Vivo Y23 Pro over the Vivo Y36 5G?

The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y36 5G is a better fit for everyday use.