Nokia XR21 vs Redmi Note 12
The Nokia XR21 (2023) 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 XR21 leads — 46/100 vs 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Nokia XR21 is faster in AnTuTu (592,015 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 231g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia XR21
Redmi Note 12
What makes Nokia XR21 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 592015 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 905 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2101 vs 1396
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (46/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (43/100 vs 13/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 188g vs 231g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 67/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 24/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia XR21 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Nokia XR21 scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 leads (43/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (85/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (43/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (72/100 vs 24/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia XR21 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 592015 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 905 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2101 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4800 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 168.0×78.6×10.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 231 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Nokia XR21
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Nokia XR21
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia XR21
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia XR21 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Nokia XR21 leads Redmi Note 12 by 24.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia XR21
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Nokia XR21 is a bit better (46/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (85/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Nokia XR21 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (43/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Nokia XR21 (66/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Nokia XR21 (72/100 vs 24/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia XR21 edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Nokia XR21 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia XR21 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia XR21 leads on camera score (43/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia XR21 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Nokia XR21 leads on performance (46/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Nokia XR21 over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi Note 12 (72/100 vs 24/100).