Nokia G42 vs Redmi Note 12
The Nokia G42 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 leads — 43/100 vs 39/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Nokia G42 is faster in AnTuTu (477,542 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Redmi Note 12
What makes Nokia G42 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1396
- Higher performance (41/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 193g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 44/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G42 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Redmi Note 12 scores 4 points higher (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (85/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G42 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 477542 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1816 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 560 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.0×75.8×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 193 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G42
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia G42
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G42 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia G42 leads Redmi Note 12 by 0.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia G42 (85/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia G42 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (66/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia G42 (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi Note 12 edges out the Nokia G42 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia G42 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia G42 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia G42 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G42 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia G42 leads on performance (41/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 44/100).