Realme Neo7 vs Redmi 12
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 39/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Redmi 12
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 213g
- Better portability (61/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Redmi 12, the Realme Neo7 scores 28 points higher (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (61/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 213 g | 198 g | |
| Launch price | — | $150 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Redmi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Redmi 12 by 598.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme Neo7
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (84/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (35/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (68/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (61/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 28 points (67/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Redmi 12?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.