Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $399 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 56/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 729,766); the Vivo iQOO 13 is thinner (8.0mm vs 9.0mm).
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 13
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $650
- Overall rating 56/100
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 207g vs 210g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 28 points higher (84/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $650 |
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $251. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $251 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (73/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 28 points (84/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.