Google Pixel 8 vs Redmi 12

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; estimated prices are $699 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 22/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 362,744); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 63).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 28 points (50/100 vs 22/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Redmi 12
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 100
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1375
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 187g vs 198g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 52/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Cheaper: $150 vs $699

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Redmi 12, the Google Pixel 8 scores 28 points higher (50/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 leads (79/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (79/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Redmi 12
Processor Google Tensor G3 MediaTek Helio G88
AnTuTu 1443431 362744
Geekbench Single 1722 430
Geekbench Multi 4458 1375
Display 6.2" OLED 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 4575 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 27W
Wireless charging 18W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 148 63
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 12 MP 0 MP
Front camera 10 MP 8 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm
Weight 187 g 198 g
Price $699 $150
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Google Pixel 8 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Redmi 12 MediaTek Helio G88
22/100 -297.9%
362744 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Redmi 12 by 297.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Redmi 12
$150

Price difference: $549. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $549.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (21/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (79/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 is a bit better (66/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (100/100 vs 62/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 28 points (50/100 vs 22/100).

What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on camera score (79/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 8 leads on performance (21/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Redmi 12?

The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.