Realme Narzo 50 Pro vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme Narzo 50 Pro (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920, while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 25/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme Narzo 50 Pro doesn't.
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
Redmi Note 12S
- Overall rating 25/100
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 181g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 29/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 73/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme Narzo 50 Pro vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi Note 12S scores 6 points higher (31/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme Narzo 50 Pro | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.4" Super AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 160.2×73.3×8.0 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 181 g | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- 6.4" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme Narzo 50 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 50/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (41/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 39/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 73/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme Narzo 50 Pro (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme Narzo 50 Pro or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S edges out the Realme Narzo 50 Pro by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Narzo 50 Pro and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme Narzo 50 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Narzo 50 Pro or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Narzo 50 Pro over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme Narzo 50 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.