Realme 12 vs Redmi Note 13R
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme 12 leads — 36/100 vs 29/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Realme 12
Redmi Note 13R
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Better camera (38/100 vs 24/100)
- Longer battery life (42/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (65/100 vs 43/100)
- Better value for money (96/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Overall rating 29/100
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Realme 12 scores 7 points higher (36/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 leads (38/100 vs 24/100). 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, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (65/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (96/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Price | $200 | — |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme 12 is a bit better (38/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme 12 and the Redmi Note 13R are nearly equal (42/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (65/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Realme 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 13R (96/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Realme 12 edges out the Redmi Note 13R by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 36/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Realme 12 leads on camera score (38/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.