OnePlus 15s vs Redmi Note 12
The OnePlus 15s (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $700 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus 15s leads — 83/100 vs 39/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus 15s has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus 15s is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 15s
Redmi Note 12
What makes OnePlus 15s better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (53/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (95/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 195g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $700
- Better portability (70/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 15s vs the Redmi Note 12, the OnePlus 15s scores 44 points higher (83/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (53/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s leads (89/100 vs 46/100). Value score: OnePlus 15s — 80/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; 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 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (95/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (53/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 15s | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2640x1216 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $700 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 15s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 15s
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2640x1216
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 15s
- 7500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 15s and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus 15s leads Redmi Note 12 by 729.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. Redmi Note 12 was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 15s notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (95/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (53/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (70/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 15s or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15s significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 44 points (83/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 15s and the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15s has a MobileRank rating of 83/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 15s or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15s leads on camera score (53/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 15s or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15s leads on performance (98/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 15s over the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus 15s is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.