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).
Redmi 17C
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi 17C
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi 17C
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 17C
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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).
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.