Realme V21 vs Redmi 12
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi 12 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12 leads — 22/100 vs 10/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP.
Realme V21
Redmi 12
- Overall rating 10/100
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (13/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (52/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi 12, the Redmi 12 scores 12 points higher (22/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 12 leads (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 362744 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 4GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| NFC | no | — | |
| Weight | — | 198 g | |
| Price | — | $150 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Realme V21
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (13/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12 and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (52/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi 12?
The Redmi 12 is noticeably better than the Realme V21 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi 12?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 12 — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi 12?
The Redmi 12 leads on camera score (13/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi 12?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.