Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, 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 56/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is noticeably lighter (210g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 210g vs 225g
- Better camera (48/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 20 points higher (76/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 84.2% 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 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (48/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (80/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 are nearly equal (42/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 20 points (76/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (48/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 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.