Poco F8 Ultra vs Redmi Note 12 4G
The Poco F8 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco F8 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 44/100 (a 45-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 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 4G is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco F8 Ultra
Redmi Note 12 4G
What makes Poco F8 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3651476 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 49/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco F8 Ultra vs the Redmi Note 12 4G, the Poco F8 Ultra scores 45 points higher (89/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra leads (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (90/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (70/100 vs 49/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco F8 Ultra | Redmi Note 12 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3651476 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×77.8×7.9 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $729 | — |
Camera comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- Main: 200MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco F8 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 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 Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco F8 Ultra and Redmi Note 12 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco F8 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 666.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco F8 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (90/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G notably outperforms the Poco F8 Ultra (70/100 vs 49/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco F8 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G by 45 points (89/100 vs 44/100).
What is the rating of the Poco F8 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco F8 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Redmi Note 12 4G — 44/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on camera score (90/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco F8 Ultra or the Redmi Note 12 4G?
The Poco F8 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Poco F8 Ultra over the Redmi Note 12 4G?
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.