Infinix Note 12i vs Redmi 15C

The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Redmi 15C (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15C leads — 36/100 vs 35/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15C has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi 15C has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't.

The Redmi 15C edges out the Infinix Note 12i by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 46
Portability 57
Value for money
Redmi 15C
Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 49
Portability 57
Value for money 54
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
  • Lighter: 198g vs 200g

  • Overall rating 35/100
What makes Redmi 15C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh

  • Longer battery life (49/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Redmi 15C, the Redmi 15C scores 1 points higher (36/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.

Infinix Note 12i: The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 15C: The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Infinix Note 12i Redmi 15C
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495 346495
Geekbench Single 420 420
Geekbench Multi 1364 1364
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.9" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1640 720x1600
Refresh rate 90 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 33W 33W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 8 MP
RAM 4GB 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 128GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 15, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 810 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP64
Dimensions 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm 173.2×81.1×8.2 mm
Weight 198 g 200 g
Launch price $120
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Redmi 15C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Redmi 15C
  • 6.9" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Redmi 15C
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
49
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Note 12i and Redmi 15C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Note 12i MediaTek Helio G85
35/100
346495 AnTuTu
Redmi 15C MediaTek Helio G85
36/100
346495 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 12i
Price unknown
Redmi 15C
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 43/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15C and the Infinix Note 12i are nearly equal (49/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 57/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Redmi 15C?

The Redmi 15C edges out the Infinix Note 12i by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Redmi 15C?

The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Redmi 15C — 36/100.

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Redmi 15C?

The Infinix Note 12i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 15C is a better fit for everyday use.