Realme 9 Pro Plus vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme 9 Pro Plus (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 23/100 (a 8-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12S has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Realme 9 Pro Plus
Redmi Note 12S
- Overall rating 23/100
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (41/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 27/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme 9 Pro Plus vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi Note 12S scores 8 points higher (31/100 vs 23/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (95/100 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 — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme 9 Pro Plus | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme 9 Pro Plus
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (39/100 vs 27/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (80/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme 9 Pro Plus (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Realme 9 Pro Plus by just 8 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme 9 Pro Plus and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus has a MobileRank rating of 23/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9 Pro Plus or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 31/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9 Pro Plus over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme 9 Pro Plus is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.