Realme realme V23i vs Redmi 12C

The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12C leads — 13/100 vs 11/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't.

The Redmi 12C edges out the Realme realme V23i by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme realme V23i
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 68
Value for money 55
Redmi 12C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
What makes Realme realme V23i better?
  • Lighter: 185g vs 192g

  • Better design/ergonomics (68/100 vs 60/100)
What makes Redmi 12C better?
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Redmi 12C, the Redmi 12C scores 2 points higher (13/100 vs 11/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 55/100).

Realme realme V23i: The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Realme realme V23i Redmi 12C
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 () MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.6" LCD IPS 6.7" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1612
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 13 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
Storage 128GB 32GB / 64GB / 128GB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 500 nits
NFC no yes
Dimensions 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm
Weight 185 g 192 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Realme realme V23i
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Realme realme V23i
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 720x1612
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Battery and charging
Realme realme V23i
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Realme realme V23i
Price unknown
Redmi 12C
$120
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Realme realme V23i is a bit better (68/100 vs 60/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Redmi 12C?

The Redmi 12C edges out the Realme realme V23i by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Redmi 12C?

The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi 12C — 13/100.

Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Redmi 12C?

The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.