Redmi Note 12S vs Vivo Y77 (China)

The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Vivo Y77 (China) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 930. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 29/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y77 (China) doesn't; the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 194g).

The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo Y77 (China) by just 2 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 Y77 (China)
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 24
Battery 39
Design 57
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 176g vs 194g

  • Better camera (41/100 vs 24/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 57/100)
  • Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Vivo Y77 (China) better?
  • Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Vivo Y77 (China), the Redmi Note 12S scores 2 points higher (31/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 24/100). 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 Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi Note 12S: The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Vivo Y77 (China): The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12S Vivo Y77 (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 MediaTek Dimensity 930
AnTuTu 493222
Geekbench Single 678
Geekbench Multi 1895
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.6" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400 1080x2388
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 33W 80W
Main camera 108 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 8 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 6GB / 8GB / 12GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 13, MIUI 14 Android 12, Origin OS Ocean
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP53
Dimensions 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm 164.2×75.8×8.6 mm
Weight 176 g 194 g
Price $220
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2388
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Vivo Y77 (China)
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
39
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12S
$220
Vivo Y77 (China)
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo Y77 (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (41/100 vs 24/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (80/100 vs 57/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Vivo Y77 (China) (95/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Vivo Y77 (China) 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 Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 31/100, the Vivo Y77 (China) — 29/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 24/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S over the Vivo Y77 (China)?

The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Vivo Y77 (China) is a better fit for everyday use.