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 — 39/100 vs 30/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; 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).

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ edges out the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) by just 9 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 Z9 (India)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro+ better?
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 44W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Better camera (46/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (61/100 vs 42/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 210g

  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 37/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ scores 9 points higher (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ leads (61/100 vs 42/100). 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+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (65/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 12 Pro+: The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India): The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MediaTek Dimensity 7200
AnTuTu 729766
Geekbench Single 1032
Geekbench Multi 2507
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
Price $399
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • Main: 200MP f/1.65
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
46
camera
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
61
battery
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
$399
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (46/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (61/100 vs 42/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (65/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (82/100 vs 55/100).

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 9 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 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.

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 (46/100 vs 27/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.