Honor X8a vs Redmi 12
The Honor X8a (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Honor X8a leads — 25/100 vs 22/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 100 MP vs 50 MP; the Honor X8a is noticeably lighter (179g vs 198g).
Honor X8a
Redmi 12
- Better main camera: 100MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 179g vs 198g
- Better camera (40/100 vs 13/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (76/100 vs 52/100)
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 24/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Honor X8a vs the Redmi 12, the Honor X8a scores 3 points higher (25/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Honor X8a leads (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Honor X8a notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (40/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100). In the "design" category, the Honor X8a notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (76/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Honor X8a (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Honor X8a | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 362744 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2388 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 5W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 100 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Magic UI 6.1 | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×74.5×7.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 179 g | 198 g | |
| Price | — | $150 |
Honor X8a
- Main: 100MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Honor X8a
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2388
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Honor X8a
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Honor X8a and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Honor X8a
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Honor X8a notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (40/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (36/100 vs 24/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Honor X8a notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (76/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Honor X8a (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Honor X8a or the Redmi 12?
The Honor X8a edges out the Redmi 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Honor X8a and the Redmi 12?
The Honor X8a has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Honor X8a or the Redmi 12?
The Honor X8a leads on camera score (40/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Honor X8a over the Redmi 12?
The Honor X8a is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.