Redmi 12 vs TCL 40 NxtPaper
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the TCL 40 NxtPaper (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. Both devices score the same overall rating of 39/100. Key differences: the TCL 40 NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
TCL 40 NxtPaper
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
What makes TCL 40 NxtPaper better?
- Bigger battery: 5010 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 198g
- Better camera (39/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (54/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
The Redmi 12 and the TCL 40 NxtPaper received the same MobileRank rating — 39/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | TCL 40 NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Helio G88 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 365001 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 430 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1375 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5010 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.2×75.3×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL 40 NxtPaper
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and TCL 40 NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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TCL 40 NxtPaper
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper is a bit better (39/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 40 NxtPaper (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 40 NxtPaper and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
Both devices scored 39/100. They are identical on performance — 29/100 for both. The clearest difference is battery life: better on the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the TCL 40 NxtPaper — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
The TCL 40 NxtPaper leads on camera score (39/100 vs 30/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the TCL 40 NxtPaper?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is battery life — better on the Redmi 12 (66/100 vs 46/100).