Redmi 12 vs TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6300; launch prices were $150 and $199. By overall MobileRank rating, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper leads — 43/100 vs 39/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is faster in AnTuTu (528,398 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $199
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes TCL 60 SE NxtPaper better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 528398 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 771 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 1980 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 190g vs 198g
- Higher performance (43/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (32/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (55/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper scores 4 points higher (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper leads (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 48/100; 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 TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (66/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (63/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | TCL 60 SE NxtPaper | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 528398 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 771 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 1980 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.7" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 720x1600 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 18W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 5 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 550 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.6×76.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 190 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $199 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and TCL 60 SE NxtPaper, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
TCL 60 SE NxtPaper leads Redmi 12 by 30.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $49. Redmi 12 was $49 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (32/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper (66/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the TCL 60 SE 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 60 SE NxtPaper?
The TCL 60 SE NxtPaper edges out the Redmi 12 by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper — 43/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the TCL 60 SE NxtPaper?
The TCL 60 SE NxtPaper leads on performance (43/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the TCL 60 SE 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 48/100).