Redmi 12 vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $150 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 223g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $840
- Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi 12 by 93.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Redmi 12 was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (99/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 16 (61/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.