Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo iQOO Z7
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo iQOO Z7 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 26/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo iQOO Z7 doesn't.
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 64MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
- Lighter: 173g vs 176g
- Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 80/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo iQOO Z7, the Redmi Note 12S scores 5 points higher (31/100 vs 26/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo iQOO Z7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 44W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 64 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 13, Funtouch 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 158.9×73.5×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 173 g | |
| Price | $220 | — |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Z7
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 44W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Vivo iQOO Z7 and the Redmi Note 12S are nearly equal (83/100 vs 80/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Z7 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo iQOO Z7 — 26/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo iQOO Z7?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.