Realme 16 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Realme 16 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16 leads — 39/100 vs 22/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Realme 16 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The Realme 16 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 60
Design 71
Value for money 96
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 16 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (60/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 183g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 38/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 16 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 16 scores 17 points higher (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 38/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16 leads (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 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 16 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 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (86/100 vs 71/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).

Realme 16: The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 16 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6400 Turbo MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 550018
Geekbench Single 803
Geekbench Multi 2047
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2372 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 60W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 50 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 158.3×75.1×8.1 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 183 g 171 g
Price $199
Camera comparison
Realme 16
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 50MP
38
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Realme 16
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2372
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme 16
  • 7000 mAh
  • Wired: 60W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 16
$199
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 16 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 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16 (86/100 vs 71/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 16 is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Realme 16 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 16 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 16 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 38/100).

Should you choose the Realme 16 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 16 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.