Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO 15T
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO 15T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads — 82/100 vs 48/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO 15T has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo iQOO 15T is faster in AnTuTu (3,815,522 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 216g).
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Lighter: 176g vs 216g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 44/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3815522 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (65/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO 15T, the Vivo iQOO 15T scores 34 points higher (82/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T leads (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (65/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (75/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO 15T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3815522 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3168 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 176 g | 216 g | |
| Launch price | — | $499 |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO 15T
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO 15T
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO 15T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO 15T leads Redmi Note 12S by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (65/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO 15T notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (75/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO 15T (72/100 vs 44/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 34 points (82/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO 15T — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on camera score (65/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Vivo iQOO 15T leads on performance (95/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO 15T?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO 15T is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.