V23 / V23 Pro
2022 colour-changing glass back.
The Vivo V23 / V23 Pro is a mid-range Vivo smartphone released Jan 2022, with a launch price of $450. It pairs the Dimensity 1200 with a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz display, a capable main camera and a large battery. In SpecEagle's editorial review it scores 80/100 — Vivo V23. Standout strengths: fluorite uv colour-shift glass back (gold→green sunlight). and 50 mp eye-af selfie + 8 mp uw dual. Main trade-off: glass back fragile.
Vivo V23.
Vivo's 2022 V23 Pro pioneered fluorite UV colour-shift glass back — gold turns green in sunlight + 50 MP eye-AF selfie.
Read the full review- Fluorite UV colour-shift glass back (gold→green sunlight).
- 50 MP eye-AF selfie + 8 MP UW dual.
- Dimensity 1200 5G.
- 12 GB + 256 GB.
Full specifications
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How the V23 / V23 Pro compares
| V23 / V23 Pro | iPhone 13 Pro Max | X70 Pro+ | |
|---|---|---|---|
| SpecEagle score | 80 | 80 | 80 |
| Chipset | Dimensity 1200 | Apple A15 Bionic | Snapdragon 888+ |
| Display | 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.78" LTPO AMOLED 120 Hz |
| Main camera | — | 12 MP · f/1.5 | 50 MP GN1 · f/1.57 |
| Battery | — | 4,352 mAh | 4,500 mAh |
| Launch price | $450 | $1,099 | $1,099 |
Frequently asked questions
When was the V23 / V23 Pro released?
The V23 / V23 Pro was released in Jan 2022.
How much does the V23 / V23 Pro cost?
The V23 / V23 Pro launched at $450 (manufacturer suggested price at release; street and second-hand prices vary by region, storage tier and time since launch).
What is the V23 / V23 Pro screen size and type?
The V23 / V23 Pro has a 6.56" FHD+ AMOLED 90Hz display.
What chipset does the V23 / V23 Pro use?
The V23 / V23 Pro is powered by the Dimensity 1200 chipset.
How much RAM and storage does the V23 / V23 Pro have?
The V23 / V23 Pro ships with 12 GB (RAM · base storage); higher configurations may be available.
What colours does the V23 / V23 Pro come in?
The V23 / V23 Pro is available in 2 colours: Sunshine Gold (colour-shift), Stardust Black.
Is the V23 / V23 Pro worth buying?
Vivo's 2022 V23 Pro pioneered fluorite UV colour-shift glass back — gold turns green in sunlight + 50 MP eye-AF selfie. SpecEagle gives the V23 / V23 Pro an editorial score of 80/100.
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