Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP: Which is better?

Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP: Which should you buy? The Note 12 VIP has a 120W fast-charge technology that enables the device to charge from 0-100 in just 17 minutes. While the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is faster in performance, especially on the Internet. Thanks to the availability of the 5G network. But there is more to the comparison of both smartphones. Below is the full comparison post.

Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP Specs

Specs	Infinix Note 12 VIP	Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
Display	6.7-inch AMOLED 120Hz	6.7-inch AMOLED
RAM	8 GB	8 GB
Storage	256 GB	128GB
Back Camera	108 + 13 + 2MP	108 + 2MP + QVGA
Front Camera	16MP	16MP
Chipset	Helio G96	MDTk Dimensity 810 5G
Software	Android 12	Android 12
Battery	4,500mAh (120W)	5,000mAh (33W)

Display

The Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP have the same screen size. They both have a 6.7-inch FHD+ Super AMOLED touchscreen. However, the Note 12 VIP has a 120Hz refresh rate which is smoother than the 60Hz on the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G. Additionally, there’s a side-mounted fingerprint scanner that doubles as a power button on the right-hand side of both smartphones.

Camera

Both smartphones have a 108MP main sensor on the rear. However, If you are looking for the best camera phone of these two, then buy the Infinix Note 12 VIP. This is because the 108MP main camera is supported by a 13MP ultra-wide lens with Laser AF available to improve night photography.

Thus, there are two significant areas where the camera of the Infinix Note 12 VIP is better than the Note 12 Pro 5G. First, the Note 12 VIP’s camera is more versatile. Secondly, the availability of the Laser AF helps the quality of Night photography which is lacking on the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G. Although both have similar 16MP selfie cameras.

Performance | 5G | Configuration

When it comes to the performance, the Infinix Note 12 VIP is powered by a MediaTek helio G96 paired with 8GB of RAM + 256 GB memory. While the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 810 5G chipset, paired with an 8GB of RAM + 128GB of storage. The major difference between the performance of both phones is the 5G connectivity. Else, the GPU is the same.

Software

Software-wise, both smartphones are running on XOS 10.6 skin based on Android 12 out of the box. And the tech company is yet to confirm a specific time when both smartphones will be upgrading to Android 13.

Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP: Battery

Battery life is very important and the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G has a 5,000 mAh capacity with a 33W fast charge. While the Infinix Note 12 VIP brings a 4,500 mAh with 120W super fast charge support that can top up the phone in about 17 minutes of charge. So it depends on user preference.

Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP: Price

The Infinix Note 12 VIP is slightly more expensive. It is priced at 199,000 naira for the 8GB RAM + 256GB storage model. While the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is priced a little lower for the only configuration of 8GB + 128GB memory.

Buy Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G and Note 12 VIP

Note 12 Pro 5G	Price	Note 12 VIP	Price
N/A	₦190,500	Buy on Xpark	₦197,400

Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Infinix Note 12 VIP: Verdict

The Infinix Note 12 VIP offers better value for money. It has a smoother display because of the 120Hz refresh rate. Also, the camera is better and more versatile. But sadly it doesn’t support the 5G network which is the only area where the Note 12 Pro 5G shines. But we’ll recommend the Note 12 VIP.