Realme GT7 vs Redmi 12
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88; launch prices were $420 and $150. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 leads — 77/100 vs 39/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme GT7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,415,876 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi 12
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2415876 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $420
- Better portability (61/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi 12, the Realme GT7 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, Redmi 12 — 52/100; 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 GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (61/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 2415876 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi 12 by 561.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $270. Redmi 12 was $270 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (61/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi 12?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.