Realme V21 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi Note 12 Pro (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads — 36/100 vs 10/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Redmi Note 12 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Overall rating 10/100
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Better camera (43/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (89/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the Redmi Note 12 Pro scores 26 points higher (36/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro leads (89/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (43/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme V21 (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (89/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi Note 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 729766 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 1032 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 2507 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1612 | — | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 102 | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×76.0×9.0 mm | |
| Weight | — | 187 g | |
| Price | — | $300 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12 Pro
- 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 Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (43/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro notably outperforms the Realme V21 (66/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (89/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 26 points (36/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 12 Pro — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro leads on camera score (43/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi Note 12 Pro?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.