Realme Neo7 vs Redmi Note 12
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. 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 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Redmi Note 12
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 33W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 213g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Realme Neo7 scores 28 points higher (67/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (70/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 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 / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Redmi Note 12 by 435.6% 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 Note 12 (84/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (84/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (68/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (70/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 28 points (67/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Redmi Note 12?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.