Redmi 12C vs Vivo Y28 4G
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Vivo Y28 4G (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y28 4G leads — 37/100 vs 25/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y28 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y28 4G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Vivo Y28 4G
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 199g
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Vivo Y28 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (60/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Vivo Y28 4G, the Vivo Y28 4G scores 12 points higher (37/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y28 4G leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y28 4G leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y28 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y28 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y28 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Vivo Y28 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 165.7×76.0×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y28 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y28 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Vivo Y28 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y28 4G
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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 Y28 4G is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y28 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y28 4G is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y28 4G and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo Y28 4G is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Vivo Y28 4G — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Vivo Y28 4G?
The Vivo Y28 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Vivo Y28 4G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Vivo Y28 4G (30/100 vs 0/100).