Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 22/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y23 Pro doesn't.

The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 41
Battery 39
Design 80
Value for money 95
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh

  • Longer battery life (39/100 vs 19/100)
  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 176g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Redmi Note 12S scores 9 points higher (31/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (39/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 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 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (39/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 12S: The Redmi Note 12S 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 12S Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 493222
Geekbench Single 678
Geekbench Multi 1895
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6"
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2376
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 33W
Main camera 108 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 176 g 171 g
Price $220
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12S
$220
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 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (50/100 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 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (39/100 vs 19/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (86/100 vs 80/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).

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

The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo Y23 Pro by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

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

The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

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

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 41/100).

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

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