Redmi 12C vs Vivo Y22 (2022)
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y22 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y22 (2022) leads — 34/100 vs 25/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y22 (2022) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo Y22 (2022)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo Y22 (2022) better?
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (39/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo Y22 (2022), the Vivo Y22 (2022) scores 9 points higher (34/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo Y22 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.5" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 530 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP5X | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 164.3×76.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y22 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y22 (2022)
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y22 (2022)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo Y22 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y22 (2022)
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) is a bit better (39/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y22 (2022) and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y22 (2022)?
The Vivo Y22 (2022) edges out the Redmi 12C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo Y22 (2022)?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y22 (2022) — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y22 (2022)?
The Vivo Y22 (2022) leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo Y22 (2022)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Vivo Y22 (2022) (30/100 vs 0/100).