Redmi Note 12R vs Vivo Y6t
The Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Vivo Y6t (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo Y6t leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo Y6t has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Note 12R has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y6t doesn't.
Redmi Note 12R
Vivo Y6t
- Faster charging: 18W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 199g vs 209g
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 38/100)
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (48/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12R vs the Vivo Y6t, the Vivo Y6t scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12R leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y6t leads (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y6t leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo Y6t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Vivo Y6t (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y6t is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y6t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12R | Vivo Y6t | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 560863 | 560863 | |
| Geekbench Single | 923 | 923 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2249 | 2249 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 167.4×77.1×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 209 g | |
| Price | — | $210 |
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Vivo Y6t
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y6t
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y6t
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12R and Vivo Y6t, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi Note 12R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo Y6t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12R notably outperforms the Vivo Y6t (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo Y6t is a bit better (48/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (51/100 vs 38/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo Y6t significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo Y6t?
The Vivo Y6t edges out the Redmi Note 12R by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12R and the Vivo Y6t?
The Redmi Note 12R has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo Y6t — 26/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12R or the Vivo Y6t?
The Redmi Note 12R leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12R over the Vivo Y6t?
The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo Y6t is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.