Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Vivo iQOO 15
The Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080, while the Vivo iQOO 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $300 and $599. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads — 86/100 vs 54/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,740,528 vs 729,766); the Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (187g vs 215g).
Redmi Note 12 Pro
Vivo iQOO 15
- Lighter: 187g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $599
- Better portability (56/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3740528 vs 729766
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 1032
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 2507
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO 15, the Vivo iQOO 15 scores 32 points higher (86/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 leads (85/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 Pro — 50/100, Vivo iQOO 15 — 84/100; 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 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Vivo iQOO 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 729766 | 3740528 | |
| 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 | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 40W | |
| 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 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 6000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | 163.7×76.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $599 |
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15
- 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 15
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:52 hrs, total 39:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 40W
We compared Redmi Note 12 Pro and Vivo iQOO 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15 leads Redmi Note 12 Pro by 80.5% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $299. Redmi Note 12 Pro was $299 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (94/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (78/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro (85/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (56/100 vs 48/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro by 32 points (86/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Vivo iQOO 15 — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Vivo iQOO 15 leads on performance (94/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro over the Vivo iQOO 15?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.