Redmi K90 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi K90 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K90 leads — 68/100 vs 22/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K90 has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi K90 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 206g).

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 46 points (68/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K90
Performance 69
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 71
Design 42
Value for money 82
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi K90 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7100 vs 4300 mAh

  • Higher performance (69/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 52/100)
  • Longer battery life (71/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 206g

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

Comparing the Redmi K90 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi K90 scores 46 points higher (68/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 leads (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 leads (71/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (71/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (86/100 vs 42/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K90: The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y23 Pro: The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K90 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 3088357
Geekbench Single 3050
Geekbench Multi 9300
Display 6.6" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 2510x1156 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 7100 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 100W
Main camera 50 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 20 MP 50 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 206 g 171 g
Price $401
Camera comparison
Redmi K90
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 20MP
53
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K90
  • 6.6" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2510x1156
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K90
  • 7100 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
71
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K90
$401
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (69/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y23 Pro are nearly equal (53/100 vs 52/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (71/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi K90 (86/100 vs 42/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K90 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi K90 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro by 46 points (68/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi K90 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi K90 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which is more powerful: the Redmi K90 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi K90 leads on performance (69/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K90 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi K90 is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.