Redmi Note 4X vs Vivo iQOO Neo 12
The Redmi Note 4X (2017) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 625, 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 22/100 (a 54-point difference). Key differences: the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 4100); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 is faster in AnTuTu (4,647,154 vs 218,879); the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 4X doesn't; the Redmi Note 4X is noticeably lighter (165g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 4X
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
What makes Redmi Note 4X better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 225g
- Better portability (74/100 vs 38/100)
What makes Vivo iQOO Neo 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4647154 vs 218879
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 862
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 4100 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (99/100 vs 14/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 35/100)
- Better display (99/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 4X vs the Vivo iQOO Neo 12, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 scores 54 points higher (76/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (99/100 vs 14/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (99/100 vs 14/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (99/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (35/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (80/100 vs 35/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 4X | Vivo iQOO Neo 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 625 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 218879 | 4647154 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 862 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 185 Hz | |
| Battery | 4100 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2200 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.0×76.0×8.5 mm | 163.4×75.9×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $160 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 4X
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 4X
- 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 4X
- 4100 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Vivo iQOO Neo 12
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 4X and Vivo iQOO Neo 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads Redmi Note 4X by 95.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Vivo iQOO Neo 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (99/100 vs 14/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (99/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (35/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X (80/100 vs 35/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 4X significantly outperforms the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 (74/100 vs 38/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 4X by 54 points (76/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 4X and the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Redmi Note 4X has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Vivo iQOO Neo 12 — 76/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 4X or the Vivo iQOO Neo 12?
The Vivo iQOO Neo 12 leads on performance (99/100 vs 14/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 4X 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.