Redmi 14C (China) vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi 14C (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra, 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 32/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 358,608); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 14C (China) doesn't; the Redmi 14C (China) is noticeably lighter (204g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 14C (China)
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi 14C (China) better?
- Lighter: 204g vs 225g
- Better portability (55/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 358608
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 432
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1416
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 30/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 14C (China) vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 44 points higher (76/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (99/100 vs 30/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (99/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 14C (China) | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G81 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 358608 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 432 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1416 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, HyperOS | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 14C (China)
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi 14C (China)
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 14C (China)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 14C (China) and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi 14C (China) by 92.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (99/100 vs 30/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (99/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 14C (China) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (55/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 14C (China) by 44 points (76/100 vs 32/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 14C (China) and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi 14C (China) has a MobileRank rating of 32/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 14C (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 14C (China) 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.