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 467,392).

The Redmi Note 12 edges out the Nokia G42 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G42
Performance 41
Display 44
Camera 30
Battery 43
Portability 57
Value for money
Redmi Note 12
Performance 33
Display 85
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 72
Value for money 48
What makes Nokia G42 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 477542 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 746 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 1816 vs 1396

  • Higher performance (41/100 vs 33/100)
  • 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 33/100). 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).

Nokia G42: The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 12: The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Nokia G42 Redmi Note 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 477542 467392
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/f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera
Redmi Note 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Nokia G42
  • 6.6" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
44
display
Redmi Note 12
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Nokia G42
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 20W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Redmi Note 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia G42 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia G42 Qualcomm Snapdragon 480+ 5G
39/100
477542 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
43/100 -2.2%
467392 AnTuTu

Nokia G42 leads Redmi Note 12 by 2.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G42
Price unknown
Redmi Note 12
$200
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia G42 is a bit better (41/100 vs 33/100).

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 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia G42 over the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia G42 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.