Redmi 8 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Redmi 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 439, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 8 leads — 14/100 vs 11/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 12 MP vs 13 MP; the Vivo Y53t 5G is thinner (8.2mm vs 9.4mm).

The Redmi 8 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 100
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 8 better?

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 12MP
  • Lighter: 186g vs 188g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 65/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 8 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Redmi 8 scores 3 points higher (14/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G and the Redmi 8 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 8: The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 8 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 439 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 193115
Geekbench Single 199
Geekbench Multi 795
Display 6.2" IPS LCD 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
Main camera 12 MP 13 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB 128GB
OS Android 13
NFC no no
Dimensions 156.5×75.4×9.4 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 186 g
Price $140
Camera comparison
Redmi 8
  • Main: 12MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 8
  • 6.2" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 8
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 8
$140
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknown
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G and the Redmi 8 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 8 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 8 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 8 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 8 has a MobileRank rating of 14/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 8 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.