Redmi Note 8 vs Vivo Y53t 5G

The Redmi Note 8 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 665, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 8 leads — 17/100 vs 11/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y53t 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 13 MP.

The Redmi Note 8 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 6 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 Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 8 better?
  • Better main camera: 48MP vs 13MP

  • Better camera (28/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (97/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Lighter: 186g vs 190g

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 8 vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Redmi Note 8 scores 6 points higher (17/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 8 leads (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G leads (36/100 vs 12/100). 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 Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (28/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (97/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 8: The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 8 Vivo Y53t 5G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 665 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 329457
Geekbench Single 321
Geekbench Multi 1128
Display 6.3" IPS LCD 6.5" LCD IPS
Resolution 2340x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 4000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 18W
Main camera 48 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 13 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS Android 9 Android 13
NFC no no
Dimensions 158.3×75.3×8.4 mm 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm
Weight 190 g 186 g
Price $180
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
28
camera
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 8
  • 6.3" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2340x1080
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 8
  • 4000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 8
$180
Vivo Y53t 5G
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 Redmi Note 8 notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (28/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 8 (36/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G is a bit better (67/100 vs 62/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 8 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (97/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi Note 8 edges out the Vivo Y53t 5G by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 8 and the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi Note 8 has a MobileRank rating of 17/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 8 or the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi Note 8 leads on camera score (28/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 8 over the Vivo Y53t 5G?

The Redmi Note 8 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.