Realme C83 5G vs Redmi 12C
The Realme C83 5G (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6400, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $130 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C83 5G leads — 47/100 vs 25/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C83 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme C83 5G is faster in AnTuTu (550,018 vs 346,495).
Realme C83 5G
Redmi 12C
- Higher AnTuTu: 550018 vs 346495
- Better Geekbench Single: 803 vs 420
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2047 vs 1364
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 15W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (44/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (30/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (66/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 56/100)
- Lighter: 192g vs 198g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $130
- Overall rating 25/100
Comparing the Realme C83 5G vs the Redmi 12C, the Realme C83 5G scores 22 points higher (47/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G leads (60/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme C83 5G — 74/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (60/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
| Specification | Realme C83 5G | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6400 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 550018 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 803 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2047 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $130 | $120 |
Realme C83 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme C83 5G
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme C83 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
We compared Realme C83 5G and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme C83 5G leads Redmi 12C by 58.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $10. Redmi 12C was $10 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (44/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme C83 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (66/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C83 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (30/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C83 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (60/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme C83 5G is a bit better (61/100 vs 56/100).
Which is better: the Realme C83 5G or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme C83 5G significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 22 points (47/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Realme C83 5G and the Redmi 12C?
The Realme C83 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C83 5G or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme C83 5G leads on camera score (30/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme C83 5G or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme C83 5G leads on performance (44/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme C83 5G over the Redmi 12C?
The Realme C83 5G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use.