Redmi A5 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi A5 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 13/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi A5 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 196g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi A5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A5
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 55
Value for money 100
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi A5 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 196g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi A5 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 9 points higher (22/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 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, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (52/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi A5: The Redmi A5 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 A5 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G36 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 195539
Geekbench Single 189
Geekbench Multi 781
Display 6.9" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging
Main camera 13 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 5 MP 50 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no
Dimensions 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 196 g 171 g
Price $90
Camera comparison
Redmi A5
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi A5
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi A5
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi A5
$90
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (52/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi A5 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi A5 (86/100 vs 55/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi A5 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi A5 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi A5 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi A5 has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi A5 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

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

Should you choose the Redmi A5 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi A5 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.