Redmi 12C vs Tecno Camon 30 Premier
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Camon 30 Premier (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads — 69/100 vs 25/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is faster in AnTuTu (1,240,821 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
What makes Redmi 12C better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 210g
- Better portability (56/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Tecno Camon 30 Premier better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1240821 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 1256 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4207 vs 1461
- Faster charging: 70W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (65/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (53/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (84/100 vs 32/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Camon 30 Premier, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier scores 44 points higher (69/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (65/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Camon 30 Premier are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Tecno Camon 30 Premier | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultimate | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 1240821 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 1256 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 4207 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 1264x2780 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 70W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 512GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 14, up to 2 major Android upgrades, HIOS 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1400 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 162.7×76.2×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 210 g | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1264x2780
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Camon 30 Premier
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Camon 30 Premier, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads Redmi 12C by 71.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Tecno Camon 30 Premier
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (65/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (84/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (81/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a bit better (53/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Camon 30 Premier are nearly equal (56/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 44 points (69/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Camon 30 Premier — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads on camera score (81/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier leads on performance (65/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Camon 30 Premier?
The Tecno Camon 30 Premier is a better fit for active users, mobile photography enthusiasts.