Poco F8 Pro vs Redmi Note 12
The Poco F8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $529 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Pro leads — 79/100 vs 43/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Pro has the bigger battery (6210 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,024,818 vs 476,175).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Pro
Redmi Note 12
What makes Poco F8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3024818 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6210 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (70/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $529
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 60/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12, the Poco F8 Pro scores 36 points higher (79/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro leads (70/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Poco F8 Pro — 78/100, 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 F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (70/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Pro | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3024818 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6210 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.3×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 199 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $529 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Pro
- 6210 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:55 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Pro and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 535.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $329. Redmi Note 12 was $329 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco F8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (70/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 36 points (79/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 79/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on camera score (70/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F8 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Pro over the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco F8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.