Redmi Note 10S vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 10S (2021) runs on the MediaTek Helio G95, 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 45/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 535,127); the Redmi Note 10S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10S
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Note 10S better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 225g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 535127
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 672
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1908
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 51/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10S vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10S | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G95 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 535127 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 672 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1908 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10S
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 10S and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Note 10S by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (99/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10S (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (68/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10S by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 10S has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10S 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.