Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads — 39/100 vs 22/100 (a 17-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 210g).

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 82
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP

  • Longer battery life (61/100 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?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 210g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 17 points higher (39/100 vs 22/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (82/100 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+ 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 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (61/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 12 Pro+: The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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 Note 12 Pro+ Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 120W
Main camera 200 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 900 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 210 g 171 g
Price $399
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
46
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
$399
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, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (61/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (86/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is noticeably better than the Vivo Y23 Pro — the overall rating gap is 17 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 46/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.