Redmi 12C vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 25/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 225g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 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 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 51 points higher (76/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi 12C by 92.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (56/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 51 points (76/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.