Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo Y53t 5G
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo Y53t 5G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 11/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y53t 5G doesn't.
Redmi Note 12S
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 186g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 67/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 11/100
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo Y53t 5G, the Redmi Note 12S scores 20 points higher (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 0/100). 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 Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Vivo Y53t 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | — | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.5" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | — | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 75.6×164.1×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 186 g | |
| Price | $220 | — |
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Vivo Y53t 5G
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 6.5" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Vivo Y53t 5G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo Y53t 5G are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y53t 5G by 20 points (31/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y53t 5G — 11/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo Y53t 5G?
The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y53t 5G is a better fit for everyday use.