Realme 12 Lite vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme 12 Lite (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 Lite leads — 42/100 vs 39/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 Lite
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme 12 Lite better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (39/100 vs 13/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 70/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 183g vs 185g
- Better display (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 Lite vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme 12 Lite scores 3 points higher (42/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite leads (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (79/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (39/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 Lite | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 108 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 14, Realme UI | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 950 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×75.4×7.6 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 Lite
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 Lite and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Realme 12 Lite
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme 12 Lite (79/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 Lite notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (39/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 Lite or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme 12 Lite edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 Lite and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme 12 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 Lite or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme 12 Lite leads on camera score (39/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 Lite over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Realme 12 Lite (39/100 vs 13/100).