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).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi 12 4G by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 28
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 55
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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.

Redmi 12 4G: The Redmi 12 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 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
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
28
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
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, 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.

Frequently asked questions
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.