OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs Redmi Note 12S
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96; estimated prices are $250 and $220. By overall MobileRank rating, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads — 54/100 vs 31/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has the bigger battery (7100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is faster in AnTuTu (2,545,677 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 200g).
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
Redmi Note 12S
- Higher AnTuTu: 2545677 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 7100 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (49/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 200g
- Cheaper: $220 vs $250
- Better camera (41/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 93/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing vs the Redmi Note 12S, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing scores 23 points higher (54/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (49/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (66/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (95/100 vs 93/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Racing | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | 2545677 | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2392 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7100 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×76.0×8.2 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 176 g | |
| Price | $250 | $220 |
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2392
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing
- 7100 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and Redmi Note 12S, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads Redmi Note 12S by 416.1% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $30. Redmi Note 12S is cheaper by $30.
performance
In the "performance" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (49/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 27/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (66/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing (80/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing are nearly equal (95/100 vs 93/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 23 points (54/100 vs 31/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing and the Redmi Note 12S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 27/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing or the Redmi Note 12S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing leads on performance (49/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Racing over the Redmi Note 12S?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Racing is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.