Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 47/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
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 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 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 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 29 points higher (76/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12 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 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 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 / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Note 12S by 89.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (99/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 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 12 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 12 (72/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 29 points (76/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
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 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.