Redmi 11A vs Redmi Note 12R

Comparing the Redmi 11A (2022) and the Redmi Note 12R (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 12R leads — 22/100 vs 16/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12R has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi 11A doesn't.

The Redmi Note 12R edges out the Redmi 11A by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 11A
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 50
Value for money 55
Redmi Note 12R
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 24
Battery 36
Design 51
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 11A better?

  • Overall rating 16/100
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
  • Faster charging: 18W vs 10W

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 11A vs the Redmi Note 12R, the Redmi Note 12R scores 6 points higher (22/100 vs 16/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12R significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Redmi 11A: The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 12R: The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 11A Redmi Note 12R
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
AnTuTu 560863
Geekbench Single 923
Geekbench Multi 2249
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.8" IPS LCD
Resolution 720x1650 1080x2460
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 10W 18W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 2GB / 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 4GB / 6GB / 8GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI Android 13, MIUI 14
Brightness (peak) 550 nits
NFC no yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm
Weight 199 g
Price
Camera comparison
Redmi 11A
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Redmi Note 12R
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 5MP
24
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 11A
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Redmi Note 12R
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2460
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 11A
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Redmi Note 12R
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12R significantly outperforms the Redmi 11A (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R and the Redmi 11A are nearly equal (51/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 11A or the Redmi Note 12R?

The Redmi Note 12R edges out the Redmi 11A by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 11A and the Redmi Note 12R?

The Redmi 11A has a MobileRank rating of 16/100, the Redmi Note 12R — 22/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 11A over the Redmi Note 12R?

The Redmi 11A is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use.