Realme Neo7 Turbo vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme Neo7 Turbo (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400e, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $270 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads — 70/100 vs 39/100 (a 31-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 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7 Turbo
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme Neo7 Turbo better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2560650 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2233 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7478 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (85/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $270
- Better portability (70/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 Turbo vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme Neo7 Turbo scores 31 points higher (70/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo leads (85/100 vs 46/100). Value score: Realme Neo7 Turbo — 86/100, 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 Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (70/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 Turbo | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400e | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2560650 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2233 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7478 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.1×8.6 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | $270 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7 Turbo
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 Turbo and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 Turbo leads Redmi Note 12 by 437.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $70. Redmi Note 12 was $70 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (85/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 Turbo (70/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 31 points (70/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 Turbo and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on camera score (35/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 Turbo or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo leads on performance (84/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 Turbo over the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 Turbo is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.