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).
Redmi A5
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- 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)
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).
| 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 | — |
Redmi A5
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi A5
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi A5
- 5000 mAh
- 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, 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).
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.