Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $120 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads — 75/100 vs 25/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is faster in AnTuTu (3,065,623 vs 348,562); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 has the stronger camera (145 vs 45); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 215g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4400 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 215g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1999
- Longer battery life (43/100 vs 39/100)
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3065623 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 2910 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9174 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 25W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (76/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (66/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 scores 50 points higher (75/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads (76/100 vs 0/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 58/100; 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 Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (91/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (78/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (76/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3065623 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 2910 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 9174 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 2184x1968 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4400 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | 145 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 16 / One UI 8 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 158.4×143.2×4.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 215 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 8.0" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 2184x1968
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads Redmi 12C by 88.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1879. Redmi 12C was $1879 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (91/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (78/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (76/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 are nearly equal (43/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a bit better (66/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 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 Z Fold7?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on camera score (76/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 leads on performance (91/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold7 is a better fit for gamers and power users.