Realme 9 4G vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Realme 9 4G (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 9 4G leads — 28/100 vs 22/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 9 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300).

The Realme 9 4G edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9 4G
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 41
Battery 39
Design 77
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 9 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 178g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 77/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 9 4G vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Realme 9 4G scores 6 points higher (28/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 4G leads (39/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 9 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (39/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Realme 9 4G: The Realme 9 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 9 4G Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 680 4G MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 421228
Geekbench Single 412
Geekbench Multi 1410
Display 6.4" Super AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 108 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM
Storage 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 160.2×73.3×8.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 178 g 171 g
Price
Camera comparison
Realme 9 4G
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Realme 9 4G
  • 6.4" Super AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme 9 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 9 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 9 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (39/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 77/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 9 4G edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme 9 4G and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 9 4G has a MobileRank rating of 28/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Realme 9 4G over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Realme 9 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.