Realme 16 Pro vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Realme 16 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 Pro leads — 43/100 vs 22/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 16 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 197g).
Realme 16 Pro
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (3/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (65/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 197g
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 53/100)
Comparing the Realme 16 Pro vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 16 Pro scores 21 points higher (43/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (86/100 vs 53/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 16 Pro | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 Max | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 919158 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1011 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2813 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2700x1224 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×77.6×7.8 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $250 | — |
Realme 16 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 16 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2700x1224
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 16 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (3/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 52/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (65/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16 Pro (86/100 vs 53/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 16 Pro or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 16 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 21 points (43/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 16 Pro and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 16 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Should you choose the Realme 16 Pro over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Realme 16 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.