Infinix Hot 12 Play vs Realme C71
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play (2022) and the Realme C71 (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C71 leads — 33/100 vs 18/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme C71 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Hot 12 Play doesn't.
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Realme C71
- Lighter: 195g vs 196g
- Better design/ergonomics (56/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (24/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Infinix Hot 12 Play vs the Realme C71, the Realme C71 scores 15 points higher (33/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C71 leads (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 12 Play | Realme C71 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | Unisoc T7250 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 310000 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 600 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1800 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 720x1604 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 725 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 170.5×77.6×8.3 mm | 165.8×75.9×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 196 g | |
| Price | — | $146 |
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- Main: 13MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme C71
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C71
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Hot 12 Play
- 6000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme C71
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Infinix Hot 12 Play
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C71 notably outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (24/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C71 is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Realme C71 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 55/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme C71 significantly outperforms the Infinix Hot 12 Play (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Realme C71?
The Realme C71 is noticeably better than the Infinix Hot 12 Play — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 12 Play and the Realme C71?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Realme C71 — 33/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 12 Play or the Realme C71?
The Realme C71 leads on camera score (24/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 12 Play over the Realme C71?
The Infinix Hot 12 Play is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme C71 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.