Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Z11x
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Z11x (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo; estimated prices are $220 and $170. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads — 37/100 vs 31/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Z11x has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Z11x is faster in AnTuTu (1,214,772 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z11x doesn't.
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 190g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 62/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1214772 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Cheaper: $170 vs $220
- Higher performance (8/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (98/100 vs 95/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO Z11x, the Vivo iQOO Z11x scores 6 points higher (37/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x leads (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (80/100 vs 62/100). In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Z11x | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Turbo | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 1214772 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 166.6×78.4×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $220 | $170 |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z11x
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo iQOO Z11x, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Z11x leads Redmi Note 12S by 59.4% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $50. Vivo iQOO Z11x is cheaper by $50.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (8/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (41/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x is a bit better (51/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z11x (80/100 vs 62/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Vivo iQOO Z11x and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x edges out the Redmi Note 12S by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Z11x — 37/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 24/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Vivo iQOO Z11x leads on performance (8/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Z11x?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z11x is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.