Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 leads — 29/100 vs 22/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 188g).
Redmi Note 12
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 188g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 13/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 scores 7 points higher (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (52/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12
- 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, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (52/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (86/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.