Redmi Note 12 (Global) vs Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
The Redmi Note 12 (Global) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, while the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1300. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads — 51/100 vs 47/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is faster in AnTuTu (954,090 vs 521,686); the Redmi Note 12 (Global) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
What makes Redmi Note 12 (Global) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 203g
- Better camera (33/100 vs 32/100)
- Better display (79/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 44/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 954090 vs 521686
- Better Geekbench Single: 1114 vs 852
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3281 vs 2048
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (58/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 (Global) vs the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) scores 4 points higher (51/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 (Global) | Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 1300 | |
| AnTuTu | 521686 | 954090 | |
| Geekbench Single | 852 | 1114 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2048 | 3281 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12, Funtouch 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 163.9×75.3×9.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 (Global) and Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 45.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (58/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) is a bit better (79/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) are nearly equal (33/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) is a bit better (56/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) (67/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 (Global) or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) edges out the Redmi Note 12 (Global) by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Redmi Note 12 (Global) has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) — 51/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 (Global) or the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
The Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022) leads on performance (58/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 (Global) over the Vivo iQOO Z5 (2022)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (67/100 vs 44/100).