Realme 12 4G vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Realme 12 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 4G leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 12 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 187g).
Realme 12 4G
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 187g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 4G vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 12 4G scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 4G leads (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (86/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Realme 12 4G | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP54 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Realme 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (52/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 4G (86/100 vs 66/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Realme 12 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 4G edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 4G and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 4G over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.