Realme 9 Pro Plus vs Redmi Note 12 Pro
The Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 1080. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads — 36/100 vs 23/100 (a 13-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500).
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Overall rating 23/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (43/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 27/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme 9 Pro Plus vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Pro scores 13 points higher (36/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (89/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 9 Pro Plus | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 187 g | |
| Price | — | $300 |
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (43/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro is a bit better (36/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (66/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (89/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro is noticeably better than the Realme 9 Pro Plus — the overall rating gap is 13 points.
What is the rating of the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9 Pro Plus over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.