Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500M. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads — 75/100 vs 47/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra has the bigger battery (9100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,579,952 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 225g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3579952 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 9100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra scores 28 points higher (75/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (72/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500M | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3579952 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPS AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9100 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 / OriginOS 6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 4500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $548 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPS AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra
- 9100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12S by 86.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12S
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (44/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra (72/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 28 points (75/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (44/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.