Poco F8 Ultra vs Redmi 12
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $729 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 39/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Poco F8 Ultra has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Poco F8 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,651,476 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Redmi 12
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $729
- Better portability (61/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Redmi 12, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 50 points higher (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Poco F8 Ultra — 92/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 218 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:14 hrs, total 32:38 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Redmi 12 by 900.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $579. Redmi 12 was $579 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (85/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 12?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 50 points (89/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi 12?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 12?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi 12?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Redmi 12?
The Poco F8 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.