Realme 12 vs Redmi 13R

The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi 13R (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 16/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Realme 12 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 13R doesn't.

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 20 points (36/100 vs 16/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 38
Battery 42
Design 65
Value for money 96
Redmi 13R
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 56
Value for money 55
What makes Realme 12 better?
  • Faster charging: 45W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 188g vs 195g

  • Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 56/100)
  • Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Redmi 13R better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi 13R, the Realme 12 scores 20 points higher (36/100 vs 16/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 leads (96/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (96/100 vs 55/100).

Realme 12: The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Redmi 13R: The Redmi 13R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme 12 Redmi 13R
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
AnTuTu 513809 513809
Geekbench Single 689 689
Geekbench Multi 1884 1884
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 2400x1080 720x1600
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W 18W
Main camera 108 MP
Front camera 16 MP 5 MP
RAM 8GB 4GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 14 Android 13, MIUI 14
Brightness (peak) 2000 nits 600 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP54
Dimensions 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm 168.1×77.9×8.2 mm
Weight 188 g 195 g
Price $200
Camera comparison
Realme 12
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
  • Front: 16MP
38
camera
Redmi 13R
  • Main: —
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Realme 12
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Redmi 13R
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1600
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Realme 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Redmi 13R
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Realme 12 and Redmi 13R, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Realme 12 MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
36/100
513809 AnTuTu
Redmi 13R MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
16/100
513809 AnTuTu

Equal performance based on benchmark results.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme 12
$200
Redmi 13R
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (100/100 vs 50/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (38/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (65/100 vs 56/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R (96/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi 13R?

The Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi 13R by 20 points (36/100 vs 16/100).

What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi 13R?

The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi 13R — 16/100.

Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Redmi 13R?

The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi 13R?

The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi 13R is a better fit for everyday use.