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.
Realme 16
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Realme 16
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 50MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 16
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2372
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Realme 16
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- 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 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).
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.