Realme GT7 vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme GT7 (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $420 and $200. 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 (2,505,807 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme GT7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2505807 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 33W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (61/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $420
- Better portability (70/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme GT7 scores 38 points higher (77/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 leads (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 leads (61/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 leads (90/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme GT7 — 80/100, 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 GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (61/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (70/100 vs 53/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2505807 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $420 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 leads Redmi Note 12 by 426.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $220. Redmi Note 12 was $220 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (61/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (70/100 vs 53/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 38 points (77/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT7 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on camera score (61/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 over the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme GT7 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.