Redmi Note 13R vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12

The Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2, 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 45/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5030); the Redmi Note 13R is noticeably lighter (205g vs 225g).

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 13R

Performance —
Display 66
Camera 30
Battery 47
Portability 54
Value for money —

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

Performance 99
Display 99
Camera 35
Battery 80
Portability 38
Value for money —

What makes Redmi Note 13R better?

  • Lighter: 205g vs 225g

  • Better portability (54/100 vs 38/100)

What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?

  • Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5030 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 120Hz

  • Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 47/100)
  • Better display (99/100 vs 66/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 13R vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 31 points higher (76/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (80/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).

Vivo iQOO Neo 12: The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi Note 13R Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu — 4647154
Geekbench Single — 3639
Geekbench Multi — 11047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2460 1440x3200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 185 Hz
Battery 5030 mAh 9000 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB / 512GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, HyperOS Android 17
Brightness (peak) 550 nits 2200 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP69
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm
Weight 205 g 225 g
Launch price — —

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 13R

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
66
display

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1440x3200
  • Refresh rate: 185 Hz
99
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 13R

  • 5030 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
47
battery

Vivo iQOO Neo 12

  • 9000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
80
battery

Benchmarks

Detailed category analysis

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (99/100 vs 66/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (80/100 vs 47/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13R notably outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (54/100 vs 38/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R by 31 points (76/100 vs 45/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 13R and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Redmi Note 13R has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 13R or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?

The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 13R 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.