Realme 12 Lite vs Redmi 15
The Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi 15 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 15 leads — 46/100 vs 42/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 15 has the bigger battery (5500 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Redmi 15
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 195g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 57/100)
What makes Redmi 15 better?
- Bigger battery: 5500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (40/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Redmi 15, the Redmi 15 scores 4 points higher (46/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Realme 12 Lite are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (72/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | Redmi 15 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI | Android 15, HyperOS 2.2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 850 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 169.5×80.5×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | — | $180 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 15
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 15
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 15
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Lite and Redmi 15, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 15 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (78/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 15 and the Realme 12 Lite are nearly equal (40/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 15 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi 15 (72/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Redmi 15?
The Redmi 15 edges out the Realme 12 Lite by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi 15?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi 15 — 46/100.
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite over the Redmi 15?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Redmi 15 (78/100 vs 54/100).