Poco X8 Pro vs Redmi Note 12
The Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $350 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 43/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 467,392).
Poco X8 Pro
Redmi Note 12
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Lighter: 188g vs 196g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $350
- Better display (85/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the Poco X8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12, the Poco X8 Pro scores 21 points higher (64/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (37/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Poco X8 Pro — 68/100, Redmi Note 12 — 48/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (76/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (72/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Poco X8 Pro | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 1982033 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1553 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6403 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | — | |
| Weight | 196 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $200 |
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Poco X8 Pro and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 324.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi Note 12 was $150 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (76/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Poco X8 Pro are nearly equal (85/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Poco X8 Pro (72/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 21 points (64/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Poco X8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 43/100.
Which has the better camera: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Poco X8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Poco X8 Pro over the Redmi Note 12?
The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.