Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Redmi 12C
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85; launch prices were $270 and $120. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 25/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 Turbo has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo7 Turbo is faster in AnTuTu (2,560,650 vs 348,562).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Redmi 12C
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2560650 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $270
- Better portability (56/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Redmi 12C, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 45 points higher (70/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 Turbo — 86/100, Redmi 12C — 32/100; 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 Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (85/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 2560650 | 348562 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 419 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1461 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 720x1650 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 10W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 45 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $120 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 Turbo and Redmi 12C, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 Turbo leads Redmi 12C by 634.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $150. Redmi 12C was $150 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (35/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (85/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (56/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 45 points (70/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Redmi 12C?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi 12C — 25/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi 12C?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Redmi 12C?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.