Realme V23i vs Redmi A7

The Realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Redmi A7 (2026) runs on the Unisoc T7250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme V23i leads — 36/100 vs 34/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A7 has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000).

The Realme V23i edges out the Redmi A7 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme V23i
Performance 41
Display 39
Camera 10
Battery 52
Portability 66
Value for money
Redmi A7
Performance 32
Display 55
Camera 10
Battery 48
Portability 60
Value for money 52
What makes Realme V23i better?
  • Better Geekbench Single: 688 vs 600
  • Lighter: 185g vs 193g

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (52/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better portability (66/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Redmi A7 better?
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1800 vs 1794
  • Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh

  • Better display (55/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme V23i vs the Redmi A7, the Realme V23i scores 2 points higher (36/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi A7 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (55/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100. In the "battery" category, the Realme V23i and the Redmi A7 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).

Realme V23i: The Realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi A7: The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme V23i Redmi A7
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 () Unisoc T7250
AnTuTu 515647
Geekbench Single 688 600
Geekbench Multi 1794 1800
Display 6.6" LCD IPS 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612 1640x720
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5200 mAh
Charging 15W
Main camera 13 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB
Storage 128GB 64GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 15
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm 171.8×79.8×8.3 mm
Weight 185 g 193 g
Launch price $99
Camera comparison
Realme V23i
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Redmi A7
  • Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Realme V23i
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: —
39
display
Redmi A7
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1640x720
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
55
display
Battery and charging
Realme V23i
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
52
battery
Redmi A7
  • 5200 mAh
  • Wired: 15W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme V23i
Price unknown
Redmi A7
$99
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (41/100 vs 32/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi A7 notably outperforms the Realme V23i (55/100 vs 39/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 10/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme V23i and the Redmi A7 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 48/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Realme V23i is a bit better (66/100 vs 60/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme V23i or the Redmi A7?

The Realme V23i edges out the Redmi A7 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme V23i and the Redmi A7?

The Realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi A7 — 34/100.

Which is more powerful: the Realme V23i or the Redmi A7?

The Realme V23i leads on performance (41/100 vs 32/100).

Should you choose the Realme V23i over the Redmi A7?

The Realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi A7 is a better fit for everyday use.