Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8400; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads — 65/100 vs 39/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo has the bigger battery (7620 mAh vs 5000); the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,052,566 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better portability (70/100 vs 51/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2052566 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 1579 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6100 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7620 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (71/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo scores 26 points higher (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads (71/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 38/100, Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 80/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (76/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (70/100 vs 51/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 8400 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 2052566 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 1579 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 6100 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1260x2800 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7620 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 90W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 4400 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | 163.7×75.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 212 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo
- 7620 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads Redmi Note 12 by 76.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 12 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (76/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (32/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo (70/100 vs 51/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 26 points (65/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads on camera score (32/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo leads on performance (76/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo?
The Vivo iQOO Z10 Turbo is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers.