Realme C55 vs Redmi 12
The Realme C55 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C55 leads — 26/100 vs 22/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.
Realme C55
Redmi 12
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 198g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme C55 vs the Redmi 12, the Realme C55 scores 4 points higher (26/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C55 leads (34/100 vs 13/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 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 Realme C55 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (34/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C55 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Realme C55 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme C55 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 362744 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×75.9×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 198 g | |
| Price | — | $150 |
Realme C55
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme C55
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme C55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme C55 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Realme C55
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 Realme C55 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (34/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C55 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Realme C55 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme C55 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme C55 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme C55 edges out the Redmi 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C55 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme C55 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C55 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme C55 leads on camera score (34/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Realme C55 over the Redmi 12?
The Realme C55 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.