Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (2023) runs on the Samsung Exynos 1330; launch prices were $150 and $179. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads — 44/100 vs 39/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is faster in AnTuTu (607,137 vs 362,744).
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Lighter: 198g vs 206g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $179
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 51/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 607137 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 952 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1963 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (31/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G scores 5 points higher (44/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 51/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 56/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (66/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (61/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy M14 5G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Samsung Exynos 1330 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 607137 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 952 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1963 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.6" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 2408x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 166.8×77.2×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 206 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $179 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 13MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2408x1080
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy M14 5G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads Redmi 12 by 40.3% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $29. Redmi 12 was $29 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (31/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (66/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G (61/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G edges out the Redmi 12 by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G — 44/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G leads on performance (47/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy M14 5G?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy M14 5G is a better fit for everyday use.