Nokia X30 vs Redmi Note 12

The Nokia X30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Nokia X30 leads — 45/100 vs 43/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4200); the Nokia X30 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 467,392).

The Nokia X30 edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Performance 46
Display 69
Camera 37
Battery 29
Portability 68
Value for money
Redmi Note 12
Performance 33
Display 85
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 72
Value for money 48
What makes Nokia X30 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 2003 vs 1396
  • Lighter: 185g vs 188g

  • Higher performance (46/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4200 mAh
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 69/100)
  • Better portability (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Nokia X30 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Nokia X30 scores 2 points higher (45/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 leads (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

Nokia X30: The Nokia X30 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 X30 Redmi Note 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 592015 467392
Geekbench Single 905 466
Geekbench Multi 2003 1396
Display 6.4" AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4200 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 33W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 0 MP
Front camera 16 MP 13 MP
RAM 6GB / 8GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 64GB / 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12
Brightness (peak) 700 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP67
Dimensions 158.9×73.9×8.0 mm
Weight 185 g 188 g
Launch price $200
Camera comparison
Nokia X30
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Redmi Note 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Display comparison
Nokia X30
  • 6.4" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
69
display
Redmi Note 12
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
  • 4200 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
29
battery
Redmi Note 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Nokia X30 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Nokia X30 Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G
45/100
592015 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
43/100 -26.7%
467392 AnTuTu

Nokia X30 leads Redmi Note 12 by 26.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia X30
Price unknown
Redmi Note 12
$200
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (46/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia X30 (85/100 vs 69/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Nokia X30 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia X30 (66/100 vs 29/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Nokia X30 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia X30 or the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia X30 edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Nokia X30 and the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia X30 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.

Which has the better camera: the Nokia X30 or the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia X30 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Nokia X30 or the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia X30 leads on performance (46/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Redmi Note 12?

The Nokia X30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.