Redmi Note 12 vs Vivo Y400 4G
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Vivo Y400 4G (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $200 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y400 4G leads — 44/100 vs 43/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y400 4G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Vivo Y400 4G
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 197g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 62/100)
What makes Vivo Y400 4G better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Vivo Y400 4G, the Vivo Y400 4G scores 1 points higher (44/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y400 4G leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 56/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 46/100, Vivo Y400 4G — 48/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y400 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 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Vivo Y400 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" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 44W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.3×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Vivo Y400 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo Y400 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo Y400 4G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Vivo Y400 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo Y400 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 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 62/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y400 4G?
The Vivo Y400 4G 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 Y400 4G?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Vivo Y400 4G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Vivo Y400 4G?
The Vivo Y400 4G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Vivo Y400 4G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Vivo Y400 4G (30/100 vs 13/100).