Infinix Note 12i vs Redmi 12C
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Infinix Note 12i leads — 35/100 vs 25/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Redmi 12C
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Faster charging: 33W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (46/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (43/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Redmi 12C, the Infinix Note 12i scores 10 points higher (35/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $120 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12i
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Infinix Note 12i significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (46/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Note 12i is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Redmi 12C?
The Infinix Note 12i leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Redmi 12C?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Infinix Note 12i (30/100 vs 0/100).