Redmi Note 13 (China) vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 13 (China) (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6080, while the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads — 76/100 vs 50/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 573,460); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 13 (China) doesn't; the Redmi Note 13 (China) is noticeably lighter (173g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 13 (China)
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Note 13 (China) better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 173g vs 225g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (79/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 573460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 750
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2020
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 13 (China) vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 26 points higher (76/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (99/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (99/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 13 (China) | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 573460 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 750 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2020 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 161.1×75.0×7.6 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 173 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 13 (China)
- Main: 108MP f/1.7
- Front: 16MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 13 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 13 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 13 (China) and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Note 13 (China) by 87.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (99/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (99/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) is a bit better (41/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (79/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 13 (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13 (China) by 26 points (76/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13 (China) and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 13 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13 (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 13 (China) leads on camera score (41/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 13 (China) or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 13 (China) over the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.