Redmi 12 5G vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 12 5G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 38/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (4,704,310 vs 568,395); the Vivo iQOO 15T has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 12 5G doesn't; the Redmi 12 5G is noticeably lighter (199g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 5G
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 199g vs 216g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 5G vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 44 points higher (82/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (97/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (99/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (65/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 5G | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 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 | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 5G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 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 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 5G and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 12 5G by 87.9% 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (97/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (99/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (65/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 5G is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 5G by 44 points (82/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 5G and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 5G or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 5G over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.