Redmi 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $150 and $2899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads — 69/100 vs 39/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold has the bigger battery (5600 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is faster in AnTuTu (2,926,532 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 309g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 309g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $2899
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 20/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2926532 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5600 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (90/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (52/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (70/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold scores 30 points higher (69/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads (52/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 46/100; 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 Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (70/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (52/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (61/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 2926532 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 2160x1584 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5600 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | — | 159.2×75.0×12.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 309 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $2899 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 10.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2160x1584
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold
- 5600 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads Redmi 12 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $2749. Redmi 12 was $2749 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (90/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (70/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (52/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold are nearly equal (66/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold (61/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 30 points (69/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on camera score (52/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold leads on performance (90/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold?
The Samsung Galaxy Z TriFold is a better fit for gamers and power users.