Redmi 17C vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi 17C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 17C leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 17C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 206g).

The Redmi 17C edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 17C
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 0
Battery 40
Design 42
Value for money 100
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 17C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (40/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 206g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 17C vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi 17C scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C leads (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 17C: The Redmi 17C 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 Redmi 17C Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 358383
Geekbench Single 432
Geekbench Multi 1416
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 720x1640 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5160 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 13 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 600 nits
NFC no no
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 206 g 171 g
Price $100
Camera comparison
Redmi 17C
  • Main: 13MP f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 17C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 17C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
40
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 17C
$100
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 Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (52/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 17C notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (40/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 17C (86/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 17C significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi 17C edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 17C and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi 17C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 17C or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 17C over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi 17C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.