Vivo Y23 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max

The Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (), 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 22/100 (a 62-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 62 points (84/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 219g

  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 26/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y23 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 62 points higher (84/100 vs 22/100). 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 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (90/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (83/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 26/100). 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.
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 Y23 Pro Xiaomi 17 Max
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.6" 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2376 2608x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 4300 mAh 8000 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 108 MP 200 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 50 MP 32 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 16
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 171 g 219 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (90/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (83/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 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 Y23 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 62 points (84/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo Y23 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo Y23 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y23 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 52/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y23 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?

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

Should you choose the Vivo Y23 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?

The Vivo Y23 Pro 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.