Realme V21 vs Redmi Note 12S
Comparing the Realme V21 (2022) and the Redmi Note 12S (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12S leads — 31/100 vs 10/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 13 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V21 doesn't.
Realme V21
Redmi Note 12S
- Overall rating 10/100
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 13MP
- 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 50/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V21 vs the Redmi Note 12S, the Redmi Note 12S scores 21 points higher (31/100 vs 10/100). 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 V21 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (80/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V21 | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | — | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.6" TFT | 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 | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | — | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme V21
- Main: 13MP f/f/2.2
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme V21
- 6.6" TFT
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V21
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme V21 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (80/100 vs 50/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V21 by 21 points (31/100 vs 10/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V21 and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme V21 has a MobileRank rating of 10/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V21 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V21 over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme V21 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.