Google Pixel 8 vs Redmi Note 12

The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; estimated prices are $699 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Google Pixel 8 leads — 50/100 vs 29/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4575); the Google Pixel 8 is faster in AnTuTu (1,443,431 vs 467,392); per DXOMark lab testing, the Google Pixel 8 has the stronger camera (148 vs 63).

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 21 points (50/100 vs 29/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 8
Performance 21
Display 100
Camera 79
Battery 31
Design 66
Value for money 62
Redmi Note 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 65
Value for money 96
What makes Google Pixel 8 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1443431 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1722 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 4458 vs 1396
  • Lighter: 187g vs 188g

  • Higher performance (21/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (79/100 vs 13/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 65/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4575 mAh
  • Cheaper: $200 vs $699

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 31/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Google Pixel 8 scores 21 points higher (50/100 vs 29/100). 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 Note 12 leads (96/100 vs 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (21/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (79/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 31/100). In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).

Google Pixel 8: The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 12: The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Google Pixel 8 Redmi Note 12
Processor Google Tensor G3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 1443431 467392
Geekbench Single 1722 466
Geekbench Multi 4458 1396
Display 6.2" OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 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 13 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm
Weight 187 g 188 g
Price $699 $200
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 12MP
  • Front: 10MP
79
camera
Redmi Note 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Google Pixel 8
  • 6.2" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi Note 12
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 8
  • 4575 mAh
  • Wired: 27W
  • Wireless: 18W
31
battery
Redmi Note 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

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

Google Pixel 8 Google Tensor G3
50/100
1443431 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
29/100 -208.8%
467392 AnTuTu

Google Pixel 8 leads Redmi Note 12 by 208.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Google Pixel 8
$699
Redmi Note 12
$200

Price difference: $499. Redmi Note 12 is cheaper by $499.

Detailed category analysis
performance

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

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

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

battery

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

design

In the "design" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (66/100 vs 65/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (96/100 vs 62/100).

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

The Google Pixel 8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 21 points (50/100 vs 29/100).

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

The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 29/100.

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

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

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

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