Redmi Note 3 Pro vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 3 Pro (2016) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 650, 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 18/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4050); the main camera is 16 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 3 Pro doesn't; the Redmi Note 3 Pro is noticeably lighter (164g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 3 Pro
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Note 3 Pro better?
- Lighter: 164g vs 225g
- Better portability (73/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 270
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 800
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4050 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 3/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 12/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 33/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 3 Pro vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 58 points higher (76/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 3/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 3/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (35/100 vs 12/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 3 Pro | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 650 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 270 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 800 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4050 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 16GB / 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×76.0×8.7 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 164 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $170 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 5.5" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 3 Pro
- 4050 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 3/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (35/100 vs 12/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro (80/100 vs 33/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 3 Pro significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (73/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 3 Pro by 58 points (76/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 3 Pro and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 3 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 12/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 3 Pro or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 3/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 3 Pro 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.