Poco F7 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12
The Poco F7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $500 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F7 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 43/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F7 Ultra has the bigger battery (5300 mAh vs 5000); the Poco F7 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (2,932,885 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 212g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F7 Ultra
Redmi Note 12
What makes Poco F7 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2932885 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 5300 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (71/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 212g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $500
- Better portability (72/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F7 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12, the Poco F7 Ultra scores 39 points higher (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (71/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Poco F7 Ultra — 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 Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (72/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F7 Ultra | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2932885 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5300 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 32 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 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 160.3×75.0×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 212 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $500 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco F7 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 32MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco F7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F7 Ultra
- 5300 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 11:39 hrs, total 26:17 hrs
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F7 Ultra and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F7 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 by 515.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Redmi Note 12 was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F7 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (71/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F7 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco F7 Ultra (72/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F7 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 39 points (82/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F7 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on camera score (71/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F7 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F7 Ultra leads on performance (90/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco F7 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F7 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.