Realme 12 vs Redmi K100
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 47/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12
Redmi K100
What makes Realme 12 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 234g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 37/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 25/100)
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 45W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi K100, the Redmi K100 scores 26 points higher (73/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi K100 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3298726 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1280x2772 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 165 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 10000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 and Redmi K100, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Realme 12 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (92/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Realme 12 (94/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi K100 are nearly equal (41/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (68/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 26 points (73/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi K100?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi K100 — 73/100.
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi K100?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.