Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO 13
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads — 84/100 vs 48/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 13 has the bigger battery (6150 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,119,308 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 207g).
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO 13
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 207g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3119308 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 6150 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (73/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO 13, the Vivo iQOO 13 scores 36 points higher (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 leads (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (73/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3119308 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3041 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9494 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6150 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 15, OriginOS 5 (China) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 163.4×76.7×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | — | $650 |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 13
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 13
- 6150 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 14:22 hrs, total 30:28 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 13 leads Redmi Note 12S by 84.2% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
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In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (78/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (73/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 13 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 36 points (84/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 13 — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Vivo iQOO 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO 13?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.