Realme Neo7 vs Xiaomi 12
The Realme Neo7 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme Neo7 leads — 67/100 vs 64/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Realme Neo7 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Realme Neo7 is faster in AnTuTu (2,550,332 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme Neo7
Xiaomi 12
What makes Realme Neo7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2550332 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 2249 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7352 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 80W vs 67W
- Higher performance (84/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 213g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme Neo7 vs the Xiaomi 12, the Realme Neo7 scores 3 points higher (67/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 leads (68/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (69/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme Neo7 | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2550332 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1264x2780 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6000 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.6×76.4×8.6 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $750 |
Camera comparison
Realme Neo7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme Neo7
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme Neo7
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme Neo7 and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme Neo7 leads Xiaomi 12 by 92.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme Neo7 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (84/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme Neo7 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (84/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme Neo7 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme Neo7 (69/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme Neo7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme Neo7 edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme Neo7 and the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme Neo7 has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme Neo7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme Neo7 or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme Neo7 leads on performance (84/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme Neo7 over the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme Neo7 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.