Realme V30 vs Redmi Note 12S
The Realme V30 (2023) runs on the MediaTek, 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 Redmi Note 12S has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme V30 doesn't.
Realme V30
Redmi Note 12S
- Overall rating 11/100
- Lighter: 176g vs 186g
- 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 67/100)
- Better value for money (95/100 vs 55/100)
Comparing the Realme V30 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 V30 (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (41/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme V30 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (95/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Realme V30 | Redmi Note 12S | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek | MediaTek Helio G96 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 493222 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 678 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 1895 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | — | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 600 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 176 g | |
| Price | — | $220 |
Realme V30
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Realme V30
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Realme V30
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Realme V30
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 V30 (50/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (41/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12S and the Realme V30 are nearly equal (39/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (80/100 vs 67/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V30 (95/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Realme V30 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S significantly outperforms the Realme V30 by 20 points (31/100 vs 11/100).
What is the rating of the Realme V30 and the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme V30 has a MobileRank rating of 11/100, the Redmi Note 12S — 31/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme V30 or the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S leads on camera score (41/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Realme V30 over the Redmi Note 12S?
The Realme V30 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12S is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.