Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 39/100 (a 36-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 365,001); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 198g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1375
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 198g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 36 points higher (75/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (73/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi 12 by 88.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $949. Redmi 12 was $949 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (89/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (73/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (97/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 36 points (75/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.