Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro leads — 33/100 vs 31/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro doesn't.
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 37/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 66W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 175g vs 176g
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro scores 2 points higher (33/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 7200 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 66W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 13, planned upgrade to Android 14, Funtouch 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 164.1×74.8×7.4 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 175 g | |
| Price | $220 | — |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro are nearly equal (39/100 vs 37/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 12S by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro — 33/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.