Realme C85 Pro vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme C85 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $175 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme C85 Pro leads — 45/100 vs 39/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Realme C85 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme C85 Pro
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme C85 Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 45W vs 33W
- Cheaper at launch: $175 vs $200
- Better camera (30/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (60/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 205g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme C85 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme C85 Pro scores 6 points higher (45/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 Pro leads (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C85 Pro leads (60/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme C85 Pro — 58/100, Redmi Note 12 — 38/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme C85 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme C85 Pro (70/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme C85 Pro | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2344 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×78.0×8.1 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $175 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme C85 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme C85 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2344
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme C85 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme C85 Pro and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $25. Realme C85 Pro was $25 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme C85 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (30/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme C85 Pro is a bit better (60/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme C85 Pro (70/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme C85 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme C85 Pro edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme C85 Pro and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme C85 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme C85 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme C85 Pro leads on camera score (30/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Realme C85 Pro over the Redmi Note 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Realme C85 Pro (30/100 vs 13/100).