Redmi 12 vs Tecno Camon 50 Pro
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate; launch prices were $150 and $320. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads — 65/100 vs 39/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 50 Pro has the bigger battery (6500 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Camon 50 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,059,715 vs 365,001).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
What makes Redmi 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $320
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 58/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 50 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1059715 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 1061 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 3185 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6500 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (59/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (64/100 vs 30/100)
- Better display (92/100 vs 48/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Tecno Camon 50 Pro, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro scores 26 points higher (65/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads (59/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads (64/100 vs 30/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 52/100, Tecno Camon 50 Pro — 66/100; 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 Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (59/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (92/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Tecno Camon 50 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 7400 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 1059715 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 1061 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 3185 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1208x2644 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HIOS 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.4×77.0×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | — | |
| Launch price | $150 | $320 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2644
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Tecno Camon 50 Pro
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 and Tecno Camon 50 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads Redmi 12 by 65.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $170. Redmi 12 was $170 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (59/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (92/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (64/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (66/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro and the Redmi 12 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 61/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Tecno Camon 50 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 26 points (65/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Tecno Camon 50 Pro — 65/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
The Tecno Camon 50 Pro leads on performance (59/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Tecno Camon 50 Pro?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is display — better on the Tecno Camon 50 Pro (92/100 vs 48/100).