OnePlus 13 vs Redmi Note 12
The OnePlus 13 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $899 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 13 leads — 84/100 vs 43/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 13 has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 13 is faster in AnTuTu (3,145,582 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 13
Redmi Note 12
What makes OnePlus 13 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3145582 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9700 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 13 vs the Redmi Note 12, the OnePlus 13 scores 41 points higher (84/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 leads (83/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus 13 — 80/100, Redmi Note 12 — 46/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (83/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (72/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 13 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3145582 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3050 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9700 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / OxygenOS 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×76.5×8.5 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 13
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 13
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:42 hrs, total 31:17 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 13 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 13 leads Redmi Note 12 by 560.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Note 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (92/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 13 and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (83/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 13 (72/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 13 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 41 points (84/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 13 and the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 13 has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 13 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 13 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 13 leads on performance (92/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 13 over the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 13 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.