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 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia X30
Redmi Note 12
What makes Nokia X30 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1396
- Lighter: 185g vs 188g
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 34/100)
- 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 34/100). 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 34/100). 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).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia X30 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 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/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia X30
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia X30
- 4200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia X30 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia X30 leads Redmi Note 12 by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia X30
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia X30 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
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 34/100).
Should you choose the Nokia X30 over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi Note 12 (66/100 vs 29/100).