Realme realme V23i vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme realme V23i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (), while the Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 11/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme realme V23i doesn't.
Realme realme V23i
Redmi Note 12S
- Overall rating 11/100
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 185g
- Better camera (41/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (39/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (80/100 vs 68/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme realme V23i vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi Note 12S scores 20 points higher (31/100 vs 11/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S leads (95/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme realme V23i | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.6" LCD IPS | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | — | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×75.1×8.1 mm | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme realme V23i
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme realme V23i
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme realme V23i
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme realme V23i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme realme V23i are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 68/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme realme V23i or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme realme V23i by 20 points (31/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme realme V23i and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme realme V23i has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme realme V23i or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme realme V23i over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme realme V23i is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.