Poco M7 vs Redmi Note 12
The Poco M7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $110 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco M7 leads — 43/100 vs 39/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Poco M7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Poco M7
Redmi Note 12
What makes Poco M7 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $110 vs $200
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (58/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 224g
- Better display (79/100 vs 74/100)
- Better portability (70/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Poco M7 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Poco M7 scores 4 points higher (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 leads (58/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Poco M7 — 70/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; 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, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco M7 (70/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Poco M7 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.9" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 171.9×77.8×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 224 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $110 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Poco M7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Poco M7
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Poco M7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Poco M7 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $90. Poco M7 was $90 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (79/100 vs 74/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco M7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco M7 is a bit better (58/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco M7 (70/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Poco M7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco M7 edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Poco M7 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco M7 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco M7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco M7 leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Poco M7 over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is portability — better on the Redmi Note 12 (70/100 vs 43/100).