Realme 12 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 22/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 188g).
Realme 12
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 188g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 38/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 12 scores 14 points higher (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 leads (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | 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 | 188 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 38/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (42/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 12 (86/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.