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.

The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo iQOO Z7 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 41
Battery 39
Design 80
Value for money 95
Vivo iQOO Z7
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 37
Battery 30
Design 83
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
  • 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)
What makes Vivo iQOO Z7 better?
  • Faster charging: 44W vs 33W
  • Lighter: 173g vs 176g

  • Better design/ergonomics (83/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict

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).

Redmi Note 12S: The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo iQOO Z7: The Vivo iQOO Z7 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
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
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo iQOO Z7
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 44W
  • No wireless charging
30
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12S
$220
Vivo iQOO Z7
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

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).

Frequently asked questions
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.