Realme C100 4G vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme C100 4G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Helio G92 Max, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 30/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C100 4G has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 219g).
Realme C100 4G
Redmi Note 12S
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (54/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
- Faster charging: 33W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 219g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 24/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C100 4G vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi Note 12S scores 1 points higher (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G leads (54/100 vs 39/100). 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, the Realme C100 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (41/100 vs 24/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (54/100 vs 39/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (80/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C100 4G | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G92 Max | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1570 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16, Realme UI 7.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP66 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 166.5×78.2×8.6 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme C100 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme C100 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1570
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C100 4G
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme C100 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C100 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S notably outperforms the Realme C100 4G (41/100 vs 24/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C100 4G notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (54/100 vs 39/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (80/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme C100 4G (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Realme C100 4G by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C100 4G and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme C100 4G has a MobileRank rating of 30/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C100 4G or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 24/100).
Should you choose the Realme C100 4G over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme C100 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.