Redmi 12C vs Vivo Y27 (2023)

The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y27 (2023) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y27 (2023) leads — 38/100 vs 25/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y27 (2023) doesn't.

The Vivo Y27 (2023) is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Performance 29
Display 32
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 56
Value for money 32
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Performance 29
Display 57
Camera 30
Battery 48
Portability 63
Value for money
What makes Redmi 12C better?

  • Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo Y27 (2023) better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
  • Lighter: 190g vs 192g

  • Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (48/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (57/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo Y27 (2023), the Vivo Y27 (2023) scores 13 points higher (38/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) 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 Y27 (2023) notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (57/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).

Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.
Vivo Y27 (2023): The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12C Vivo Y27 (2023)
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495 346495
Geekbench Single 420 420
Geekbench Multi 1364 1364
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1650 1080x2388
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 44W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 8 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 6GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 128GB
OS MIUI 13 Android 13, Funtouch 13
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm 164.1×76.2×8.1 mm
Weight 192 g 190 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: —
57
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Vivo Y27 (2023)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
48
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo Y27 (2023), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12C MediaTek Helio G85
25/100
346495 AnTuTu
Vivo Y27 (2023) MediaTek Helio G85
38/100
346495 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12C
$120
Vivo Y27 (2023)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (57/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (48/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y27 (2023) is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Vivo Y27 (2023) is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 13 points.

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y27 (2023) — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Vivo Y27 (2023) leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo Y27 (2023)?

The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y27 (2023) is a better fit for everyday use.