Realme GT 8 Pro vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme GT 8 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $599 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads — 90/100 vs 39/100 (a 51-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT 8 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT 8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 218g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT 8 Pro
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme GT 8 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (84/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (91/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (98/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 218g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $599
- Better portability (70/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT 8 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme GT 8 Pro scores 51 points higher (90/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (84/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro leads (91/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme GT 8 Pro — 94/100, 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, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT 8 Pro | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3136 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | realme UI 7.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 7000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 161.8×76.9×8.2 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 218 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3136
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT 8 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT 8 Pro and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT 8 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 729.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $399. Redmi Note 12 was $399 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (98/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT 8 Pro (70/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 51 points (90/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT 8 Pro and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 90/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on camera score (84/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT 8 Pro or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro leads on performance (98/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT 8 Pro over the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT 8 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.