Redmi 12 4G vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 17/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi 12 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 198g).
Redmi 12 4G
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 198g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 28/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 52/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 5 points higher (22/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 4G leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (86/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | — | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (52/100 vs 28/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (86/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi 12 4G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 28/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.