Redmi 12 vs TCL 50 SE
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the TCL 50 SE (2024) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12 leads — 39/100 vs 37/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 50 SE has the bigger battery (5010 mAh vs 5000).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
TCL 50 SE
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 60/100)
What makes TCL 50 SE better?
- Bigger battery: 5010 vs 5000 mAh
- Lighter: 195g vs 198g
- Better display (54/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the TCL 50 SE, the Redmi 12 scores 2 points higher (39/100 vs 37/100). 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 50 SE is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | TCL 50 SE | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Dimensions | — | 168.2×75.5×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 195 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL 50 SE
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL 50 SE
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL 50 SE
- 5010 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and TCL 50 SE, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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TCL 50 SE
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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 50 SE is a bit better (54/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 50 SE (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 and the TCL 50 SE are nearly equal (61/100 vs 60/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi 12 edges out the TCL 50 SE by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the TCL 50 SE?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the TCL 50 SE — 37/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the TCL 50 SE?
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).