Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo Y29 4G
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo Y29 4G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 leads — 43/100 vs 41/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y29 4G has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo Y29 4G
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y29 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo Y29 4G, the Redmi Note 12 scores 2 points higher (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y29 4G leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y29 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (72/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo Y29 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15, Funtouch 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y29 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y29 4G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y29 4G
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo Y29 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Vivo Y29 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y29 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Vivo Y29 4G (72/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y29 4G?
The Redmi Note 12 edges out the Vivo Y29 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Vivo Y29 4G?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y29 4G — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y29 4G?
The Vivo Y29 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo Y29 4G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 55/100).