Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G leads — 36/100 vs 22/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 201g).
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (93/100 vs 55/100)
- Lighter: 171g vs 201g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G scores 14 points higher (36/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G leads (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G leads (93/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 526647 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 753 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1808 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.1×8.1 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $240 | — |
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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 Note 12 Pro 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (48/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (86/100 vs 48/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (93/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.