Redmi 12 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 12 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 38/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,758,268 vs 568,395); the Vivo iQOO 15 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 12 5G doesn't; the Redmi 12 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 5G
Vivo iQOO 15
What makes Redmi 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 215g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3758268 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 48 points higher (86/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 5G | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3758268 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | — | $599 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 5G and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 12 5G by 84.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (94/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G by 48 points (86/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.