OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Redmi Note 12
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $250 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 66/100 vs 43/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,536,961 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Redmi Note 12
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Racing better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2536961 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 200g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Redmi Note 12, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 23 points higher (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (32/100 vs 13/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Racing — 82/100, 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 Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2536961 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP64 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 200 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $250 | $200 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Redmi Note 12 by 432.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 12 was $50 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (32/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 23 points (66/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on camera score (32/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (84/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Redmi Note 12?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.