Redmi 12C vs Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 (2026) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $120 and $1999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4800); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,382,020 vs 348,562); the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is thinner (4.5mm vs 8.8mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4800 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 201g
- Cheaper at launch: $120 vs $1999
- Overall rating 25/100
What makes Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3382020 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 45W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (50/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (52/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (80/100 vs 32/100)
- Better portability (74/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads (50/100 vs 0/100). Value score: Redmi 12C — 32/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 54/100; 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 Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (96/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (50/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (74/100 vs 56/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3382020 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1828x2448 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 45W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 17 / One UI 9 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 3000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 123.9×161.4×4.5 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 201 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | $1999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 10MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 7.6" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1828x2448
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless: 15W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads Redmi 12C by 89.7% 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 Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (96/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (80/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (50/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a bit better (52/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (74/100 vs 56/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 — 73/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on camera score (50/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 leads on performance (96/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Fold8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.