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).

The Redmi Note 12 edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 96
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • 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)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi Note 12: The Redmi Note 12 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 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
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12
$200
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 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).

Frequently asked questions
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.