Vivo V29 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Both phones deliver solid mid-range performance, but serve different priorities. Vivo V29 Pro excels with its superior display: 6.78-inch AMOLED at 2800x1260 resolution and 1300 nits brightness outclasses the Note 12 Pro's 900-nit panel. Its MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor proves faster than the Dimensity 1080, offering snappier multitasking and gaming. Camera setups differ strategically: Vivo's 50MP primary with OIS and advanced Aura Light LED frontal camera targets content creators, while Redmi's 200MP main sensor appeals to megapixel enthusiasts, though resolution doesn't guarantee superior results. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ counters with faster 120W charging, larger 5000mAh battery, and lower $329 price point. V29 Pro's lighter build (185g vs 210g) and better thermal management matter for extended use. For buyers prioritizing display quality and performance at reasonable cost, V29 Pro justifies its premium. Budget-conscious users seeking longevity between charges should consider Redmi Note 12 Pro+.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Vivo V29 Pro if…
- →50 MP front camera with autofocus and Aura Light for exceptional selfies
- →80W fast charging fills up the battery rapidly
- →Slim and lightweight at 7.46 mm and 185 g
Buy the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- →120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- →OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Vivo V29 Pro
Pros
- 50 MP front camera with autofocus and Aura Light for exceptional selfies
- 80W fast charging fills up the battery rapidly
- Slim and lightweight at 7.46 mm and 185 g
- Color-changing back panel is unique and eye-catching
- Dimensity 8200 offers strong mid-range performance
Cons
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- 8 MP ultrawide is low quality for the price
- No telephoto or dedicated zoom lens
- Funtouch OS is heavily skinned with bloatware
- No wireless charging support
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- 120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- NFC included
Cons
- Dimensity 1080 is a mid-range chip, not flagship
- Heavy at 210 g
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is mediocre
- MIUI ads in some regions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Vivo V29 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 13 (Funtouch OS 13) | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 185 g | 210 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass back with color-changing finish | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 164.1 x 74.4 x 7.46 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX766 | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus, Aura Light LED | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 128 GB, 256 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 80W FlashCharge | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz + 3x3.0 GHz + 4x2.0 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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