Redmi 12C vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M; launch prices were $120 and $548. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $548
- Better portability (56/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 68/100; 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 Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (95/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (56/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi 12C by 90.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $428. Redmi 12C was $428 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (95/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (56/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.