Redmi Note 9S vs Vivo Y23 Pro
The Redmi Note 9S (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Vivo Y23 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1200 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 20/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 9S has the bigger battery (5020 mAh vs 4300); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Vivo Y23 Pro is noticeably lighter (171g vs 210g).
Redmi Note 9S
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5020 vs 4300 mAh
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 19/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 171g vs 210g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 37/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 9S vs the Vivo Y23 Pro, the Vivo Y23 Pro scores 2 points higher (22/100 vs 20/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro leads (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S leads (96/100 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 9S (52/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (86/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 9S | Vivo Y23 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | MediaTek Dimensity 1200 () | |
| AnTuTu | 514398 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.6" | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2376 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 10 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 159.5×73.3×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 171 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 9S
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y23 Pro
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Redmi Note 9S
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 6.6"
- Resolution: 1080x2376
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 9S
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
- 4300 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y23 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 9S (52/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 9S notably outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (37/100 vs 19/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo Y23 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 9S (86/100 vs 37/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 9S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y23 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 9S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 9S and the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9S has a MobileRank rating of 20/100, the Vivo Y23 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 9S or the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Vivo Y23 Pro leads on camera score (52/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 9S over the Vivo Y23 Pro?
The Redmi Note 9S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y23 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.