Realme 16T vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Realme 16T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 16T leads — 35/100 vs 22/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 16T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.

The Realme 16T is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 16T
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 60
Design 50
Value for money 96
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 16T better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 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

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 27/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 16T vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 16T scores 13 points higher (35/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T leads (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T 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 16T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16T (52/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (60/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 16T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).

Realme 16T: The Realme 16T 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 16T Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6300 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 524785
Geekbench Single 771
Geekbench Multi 1980
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2376
Refresh rate 144 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 45W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1200 nits
NFC no no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 8.9×None×None mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 171 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Realme 16T
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Realme 16T
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme 16T
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
60
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 16T
$200
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 16T significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 16T (52/100 vs 27/100).

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 16T (86/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

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

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

The Realme 16T is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

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

The Realme 16T has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

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

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 27/100).

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

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