Realme narzo N55 vs Redmi 12
The Realme narzo N55 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. Both devices score the same overall rating of 39/100. Key differences: the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme narzo N55
Redmi 12
What makes Realme narzo N55 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 189g vs 198g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 61/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
The Realme narzo N55 and the Redmi 12 received the same MobileRank rating — 39/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme narzo N55 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, Realme UI 4.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 680 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×75.9×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 189 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme narzo N55
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme narzo N55
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme narzo N55
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme narzo N55 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (37/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Realme narzo N55 (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme narzo N55 is a bit better (66/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme narzo N55 or the Redmi 12?
Both devices scored 39/100. They are identical on performance — 29/100 for both. The clearest difference is battery life: better on the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Realme narzo N55 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme narzo N55 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme narzo N55 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme narzo N55 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Realme narzo N55 over the Redmi 12?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 46/100).