Redmi Note 12R vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). Both devices score the same overall rating of 22/100. Key differences: the Redmi Note 12R has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12R has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 199g).
Redmi Note 12R
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 19/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 199g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 51/100)
The Redmi Note 12R and the Vivo Y23 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 22/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12R leads (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12R significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (52/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (86/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12R | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 560863 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 923 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2249 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 171 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12R significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (52/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (36/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (86/100 vs 51/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
Both devices scored 22/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Vivo Y23 Pro.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12R and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12R has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12R over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.