Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 348,562); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 45); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Lighter: 163g vs 192g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C leads (43/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 60/100; 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 Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (73/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (97/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1099 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi 12C by 88.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $979. Redmi 12C was $979 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (89/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (73/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (43/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (97/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 50 points (75/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.