Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads — 39/100 vs 31/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 200 MP vs 64 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is noticeably lighter (194g vs 210g).

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 61
Design 37
Value for money 82
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 34
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 80W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 64MP

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 34/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 39/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) better?
  • Lighter: 194g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (57/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China), the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 8 points higher (39/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (82/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (61/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (57/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 12 Pro+: The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China): The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2388
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 120W 80W
Main camera 200 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 900 nits 650 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm 164.0×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 210 g 194 g
Price $399
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
46
camera
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
34
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
$399
Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (61/100 vs 39/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (57/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) — 31/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (46/100 vs 34/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO Z6 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z6 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.