Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Neo 11
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads — 76/100 vs 48/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is faster in AnTuTu (3,154,662 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 210g).
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 210g
- Better camera (44/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 49/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3154662 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3041 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9494 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 69/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 11, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 scores 28 points higher (76/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (72/100 vs 49/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Neo 11 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3154662 | |
| 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 | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 120W | |
| 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 176 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | — | $400 |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3168
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 11
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO Neo 11, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads Redmi Note 12S by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 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 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (92/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 (72/100 vs 49/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 28 points (76/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 11 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
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?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Neo 11?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for everyday use. The Vivo iQOO Neo 11 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.