OnePlus 15 vs Redmi Note 12
The OnePlus 15 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $799 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15 leads — 86/100 vs 43/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15 has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 15 is faster in AnTuTu (3,606,149 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15
Redmi Note 12
What makes OnePlus 15 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3606149 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 213g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $799
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15 vs the Redmi Note 12, the OnePlus 15 scores 43 points higher (86/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 leads (89/100 vs 66/100). Value score: OnePlus 15 — 86/100, 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 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3606149 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2772 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, OxygenOS 16 (Global), ColorOS 16 (China) | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1800 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 161.4×76.7×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2772
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15 leads Redmi Note 12 by 657.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $599. Redmi Note 12 was $599 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the OnePlus 15 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus 15 (72/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 43 points (86/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15 and the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15 has a MobileRank rating of 86/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15 or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15 leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15 over the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.