Redmi 12C vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $120 and $499. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 25/100 (a 57-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 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 216g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo iQOO 15T
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 216g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $499
- Better portability (56/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO 15T better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4704310 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 57 points higher (82/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Vivo iQOO 15T — 86/100; 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 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (65/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4704310 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $499 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi 12C by 92.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $379. Redmi 12C was $379 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (65/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (75/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 57 points (82/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C 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.