Redmi 12C vs Tecno Phantom V Fold

The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads — 44/100 vs 13/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold is faster in AnTuTu (1,453,683 vs 346,495); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 299g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Performance 25
Display 100
Camera 53
Battery 42
Design 0
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 12C better?
  • Lighter: 192g vs 299g

  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1453683 vs 346495
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 420
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1364
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (25/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (53/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (42/100 vs 36/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold, the Tecno Phantom V Fold scores 31 points higher (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold leads (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (25/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (53/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (60/100 vs 0/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Phantom V Fold: The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12C Tecno Phantom V Fold
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 346495 1453683
Geekbench Single 420 1967
Geekbench Multi 1364 5401
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2000x2296
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 45W
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 13 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 16 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 13, HiOS 13 Fold
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm
Weight 192 g 299 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 16MP
53
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Phantom V Fold
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 45W
  • No wireless charging
42
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Phantom V Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12C MediaTek Helio G85
13/100
346495 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
44/100 +76.2%
1453683 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold leads Redmi 12C by 76.2% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 12C
$120
Tecno Phantom V Fold
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (25/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (53/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold is a bit better (42/100 vs 36/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (60/100 vs 0/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Phantom V Fold (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 31 points (44/100 vs 13/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold — 44/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on camera score (53/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold leads on performance (25/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Phantom V Fold?

The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Phantom V Fold is a better fit for everyday use.