Redmi 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; launch prices were $150 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 53/100 vs 39/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (983,562 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Vivo iQOO Z11x
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $170
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z11x better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 983562 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 198g
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 29/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 14 points higher (53/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Vivo iQOO Z11x — 74/100; 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 Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (58/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (79/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 983562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $170 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Redmi 12 by 62.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $20. Redmi 12 was $20 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (58/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (79/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 53/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (58/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Vivo iQOO Z11x (79/100 vs 48/100).