Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $650. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 54/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12 Pro
Vivo iQOO 13
- Lighter: 187g vs 207g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $650
- Better portability (56/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 30 points higher (84/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 13 — 80/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1032 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2507 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 102 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $650 |
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $350. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $350 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (92/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (73/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 30 points (84/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.