Realme V21 vs Redmi 12C
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi 12C (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12C leads — 13/100 vs 10/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi 12C
- Overall rating 10/100
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi 12C, the Redmi 12C scores 3 points higher (13/100 vs 10/100). 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 Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi 12C | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | |
| Weight | — | 192 g | |
| Price | — | $120 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi 12C
- 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, 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 Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi 12C?
The Redmi 12C edges out the Realme V21 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi 12C?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi 12C — 13/100.
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi 12C?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.