Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO 16
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 16 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6; launch prices were $399 and $840. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads — 89/100 vs 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 16 has the bigger battery (8400 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 16 is faster in AnTuTu (5,498,720 vs 731,937).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo iQOO 16
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 223g
- Cheaper at launch: $399 vs $840
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Vivo iQOO 16 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5498720 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 8400 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO 16, the Vivo iQOO 16 scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 leads (90/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ — 40/100, Vivo iQOO 16 — 92/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO 16 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 5498720 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8400 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.8×76.9×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 223 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | $840 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 16
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 16
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 16
- 8400 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO 16, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 16 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $441. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ was $441 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (100/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (78/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 16 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (90/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 42/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO 16 — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 leads on performance (100/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO 16?
The Vivo iQOO 16 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.