Redmi Note 8 vs Vivo Y23 Pro

The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 17/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y23 Pro has the bigger battery (4300 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 190g).

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 8
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 28
Battery 12
Design 62
Value for money 97
Vivo Y23 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 52
Battery 19
Design 86
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?

  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y23 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 4300 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
  • Lighter: 171g vs 190g

  • Better camera (52/100 vs 28/100)
  • Longer battery life (19/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 5 points higher (22/100 vs 17/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (97/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (52/100 vs 28/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (86/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 8: The Redmi Note 8 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 8 Vivo Y23 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 MediaTek Dimensity 1200 ()
AnTuTu 329457
Geekbench Single 321
Geekbench Multi 1128
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.6"
Resolution 2340x1080 1080x2376
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 4300 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 8 MP
Front camera 13 MP 50 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB
OS Android 9 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC no no
Dimensions 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm
Weight 190 g 171 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • Main: 108MP
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 6.6"
  • Resolution: 1080x2376
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo Y23 Pro
  • 4300 mAh
  • No wireless charging
19
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 8
$180
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, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (52/100 vs 28/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro is a bit better (19/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (86/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 8 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 28/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Vivo Y23 Pro?

The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.