Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 29/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.
Redmi Note 12
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 175g vs 188g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (37/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 65/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 4 points higher (33/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (96/100 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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (81/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 66W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Dimensions | — | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
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 Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (37/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (81/100 vs 65/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.