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).
Google Pixel 8
Redmi 12
- 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)
- 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)
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).
| 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 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Google Pixel 8 leads Redmi 12 by 297.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $549. Redmi 12 is cheaper by $549.
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).
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.