Redmi 12 4G vs Redmi K100 Pro
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi K100 Pro (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 Pro leads — 91/100 vs 38/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 Pro has the bigger battery (9000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Redmi K100 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,531,378 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Redmi K100 Pro
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
- Overall rating 38/100
What makes Redmi K100 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3531378 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 9000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (95/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Redmi K100 Pro, the Redmi K100 Pro scores 53 points higher (91/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro leads (95/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (90/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (95/100 vs 43/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Redmi K100 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3531378 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 9000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi K100 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi K100 Pro
- 6.9" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi K100 Pro
- 9000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 4G and Redmi K100 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 Pro leads Redmi 12 4G by 89.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (90/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (95/100 vs 43/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 53 points (91/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Redmi K100 Pro — 91/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on camera score (90/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G over the Redmi K100 Pro?
The Redmi K100 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.