Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads — 56/100 vs 53/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is faster in AnTuTu (971,424 vs 731,937); the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) doesn't; the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (48/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 971424 vs 731937
- Better Geekbench Single: 1167 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2577 vs 2507
- Lighter: 188g vs 210g
- Higher performance (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 3 points higher (56/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (68/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 731937 | 971424 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 1167 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 2577 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $399 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads Redmi Note 12 Pro+ by 24.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (48/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (64/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (68/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 53/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads on camera score (48/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on performance (57/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (68/100 vs 42/100).