Redmi 12 vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 39/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 362,744); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 215g).
Redmi 12
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 198g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $599
- Better portability (61/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 47 points higher (86/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 3740528 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 40W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $599 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi 12 by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $449. Redmi 12 was $449 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 47 points (86/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.