Infinix Hot 70 vs Redmi 12C
The Infinix Hot 70 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G100, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $150 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Hot 70 leads — 45/100 vs 25/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Infinix Hot 70 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Infinix Hot 70 is faster in AnTuTu (576,015 vs 346,495); the Infinix Hot 70 is thinner (7.5mm vs 8.8mm).
Infinix Hot 70
Redmi 12C
- Higher AnTuTu: 576015 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 727 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2014 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (56/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 56/100)
- Higher value score: 66/100 vs 32/100
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $150
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparing the Infinix Hot 70 vs the Redmi 12C, the Infinix Hot 70 scores 20 points higher (45/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 70 leads (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 70 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 70 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100).
| Specification | Infinix Hot 70 | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G100 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 576015 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 727 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2014 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1600x720 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 167.9×79.1×7.5 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $120 |
Infinix Hot 70
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Infinix Hot 70
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1600x720
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Infinix Hot 70
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Hot 70 and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Infinix Hot 70 leads Redmi 12C by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $30. Redmi 12C was $30 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Hot 70 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (55/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Hot 70 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (56/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Hot 70 is a bit better (67/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Infinix Hot 70 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Hot 70 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 20 points (45/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Hot 70 and the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Hot 70 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Hot 70 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Hot 70 or the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Hot 70 leads on performance (44/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Hot 70 over the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Hot 70 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.