Redmi 12 vs ZTE V40 Pro

The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. Both devices score the same overall rating of 22/100. Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP.

Both devices scored the same rating of 22/100 — the choice comes down to your priorities.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12
Performance 0
Display 50
Camera 13
Battery 36
Design 52
Value for money 100
ZTE V40 Pro
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 37
Battery 50
Design 62
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 12 better?

  • Better display (50/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes ZTE V40 Pro better?
  • Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 190g vs 198g

  • Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (50/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict

The Redmi 12 and the ZTE V40 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 22/100. In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 12: The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE V40 Pro: The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12 ZTE V40 Pro
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Unisoc Tiger T618
AnTuTu 362744
Geekbench Single 430
Geekbench Multi 1375
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400
Refresh rate 90 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5100 mAh
Charging 65W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Front camera 8 MP 16 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 6GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB
OS Android 11
NFC no
Dimensions 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 198 g 190 g
Price $150
Camera comparison
Redmi 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 8MP
13
camera
ZTE V40 Pro
  • Main: 64MP
  • Front: 16MP
37
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12
  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
50
display
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
ZTE V40 Pro
  • 5100 mAh
  • Wired: 65W
  • No wireless charging
50
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 12
$150
ZTE V40 Pro
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (50/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (62/100 vs 52/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12 significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

Both devices scored 22/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the ZTE V40 Pro.

What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the ZTE V40 Pro?

The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the ZTE V40 Pro?

The Redmi 12 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.