Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads — 30/100 vs 29/100 (a 1-point difference).
Redmi Note 12
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (27/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India), the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) scores 1 points higher (30/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads (27/100 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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (27/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100. In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.2×75.8×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 188 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)
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 Z9 (India) is a bit better (27/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, both devices are on the same level — 65/100.
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) leads on camera score (27/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo iQOO Z9 (India)?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z9 (India) is a better fit for everyday use.