Infinix Note 12i vs Realme GT7 (China)

The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 35/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 346,495); the Realme GT7 (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 46
Portability 57
Value for money
Realme GT7 (China)
Performance 89
Display 94
Camera 35
Battery 72
Portability 54
Value for money
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 203g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 1364
  • Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (89/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (94/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Realme GT7 (China), the Realme GT7 (China) scores 36 points higher (71/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (94/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (72/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Realme GT7 (China) are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

Infinix Note 12i: The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use.
Realme GT7 (China): The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Note 12i Realme GT7 (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
AnTuTu 346495 2835794
Geekbench Single 420 2729
Geekbench Multi 1364 8430
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.8" AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1280x2800
Refresh rate 90 Hz 144 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7200 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 8 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 15, Realme UI 6.0
Brightness (peak) 6500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm
Weight 198 g 203 g
Launch price
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Realme GT7 (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
35
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1280x2800
  • Refresh rate: 144 Hz
94
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Realme GT7 (China)
  • 7200 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • No wireless charging
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Note 12i and Realme GT7 (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Note 12i MediaTek Helio G85
35/100
346495 AnTuTu
Realme GT7 (China) MediaTek Dimensity 9400+
71/100 +87.8%
2835794 AnTuTu

Realme GT7 (China) leads Infinix Note 12i by 87.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (94/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (72/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Realme GT7 (China) are nearly equal (57/100 vs 54/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 36 points (71/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Realme GT7 (China) — 71/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Realme GT7 (China)?

The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use. The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users.