Vivo Y53t 5G vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra

The Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 11/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y53t 5G has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 13 MP vs 3 MP; the Xiaomi 12S Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't; the Vivo Y53t 5G is noticeably lighter (186g vs 225g).

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 38 points (49/100 vs 11/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y53t 5G
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 67
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Performance 24
Display 100
Camera 70
Battery 43
Design 18
Value for money 55
What makes Vivo Y53t 5G better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Better main camera: 13MP vs 3MP
  • Lighter: 186g vs 225g

  • Better design/ergonomics (67/100 vs 18/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12S Ultra better?

  • Higher performance (24/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (70/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (43/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo Y53t 5G vs the Xiaomi 12S Ultra, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 38 points higher (49/100 vs 11/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Vivo Y53t 5G: The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra: The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Vivo Y53t 5G Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 () Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1
AnTuTu 1627862
Geekbench Single 1761
Geekbench Multi 4688
Display 6.5" LCD IPS 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
Resolution 720x1600 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 67W
DXOMark (camera) 136
Main camera 13 MP 3 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 48 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 48 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13 Android 12, MIUI 13
Brightness (peak) 1500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm 163.2×75.0×9.1 mm
Weight 186 g 225 g
Price
Camera comparison
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • Main: 3MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Telephoto: 48MP
  • Front: 32MP
70
camera
Display comparison
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 6.5" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 6.7" LTPO2 AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (24/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (70/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a bit better (43/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo Y53t 5G significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S Ultra (67/100 vs 18/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y53t 5G or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 38 points (49/100 vs 11/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo Y53t 5G and the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Vivo Y53t 5G has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Xiaomi 12S Ultra — 49/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y53t 5G or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on camera score (70/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y53t 5G or the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Xiaomi 12S Ultra leads on performance (24/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Vivo Y53t 5G over the Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.