Redmi 12 vs TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7300. By overall MobileRank rating, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads — 51/100 vs 39/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro has the bigger battery (5200 mAh vs 5000); the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (879,714 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 208g
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 50/100)
- Better portability (61/100 vs 55/100)
What makes TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 879714 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1011 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2813 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 5200 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (55/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (40/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (64/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro scores 12 points higher (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 leads (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (55/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 7300 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 879714 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1011 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 2813 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2340 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5200 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 900 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 169.4×80.1×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 208 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 6.9" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
- 5200 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads Redmi 12 by 58.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro
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performance
In the "performance" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (55/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is a bit better (40/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (66/100 vs 50/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro — 51/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads on camera score (40/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
The TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro leads on performance (55/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is performance — better on the TCL NxtPaper 70 Pro (55/100 vs 29/100).