Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo X Fold6
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo X Fold6 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo X Fold6 leads — 88/100 vs 47/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo X Fold6 has the bigger battery (6900 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Vivo X Fold6 is faster in AnTuTu (3,455,738 vs 493,222); the Vivo X Fold6 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo X Fold6
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
- Overall rating 47/100
What makes Vivo X Fold6 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3455738 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 6900 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 69/100)
- Better portability (100/100 vs 72/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo X Fold6, the Vivo X Fold6 scores 41 points higher (88/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 leads (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (82/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 72/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo X Fold6 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3455738 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2480x2200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6900 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 80W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 5500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | $1900 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo X Fold6
- Main: 200MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo X Fold6
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2480x2200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo X Fold6
- 6900 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12S and Vivo X Fold6, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo X Fold6 leads Redmi Note 12S by 85.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X Fold6 is a bit better (81/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (82/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold6 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 72/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 41 points (88/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo X Fold6?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Vivo X Fold6 — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo X Fold6?
The Vivo X Fold6 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.