Redmi 12C vs Tecno Phantom V Fold2

The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads — 73/100 vs 25/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 has the bigger battery (5750 mAh vs 5000); the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is faster in AnTuTu (1,540,240 vs 348,562); the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 249g).

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi 12C

Performance 29
Display 32
Camera 0
Battery 43
Portability 56
Value for money 32

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Performance 74
Display 79
Camera 78
Battery 68
Portability 52
Value for money —

What makes Redmi 12C better?

  • Lighter: 192g vs 249g

  • Better portability (56/100 vs 52/100)

What makes Tecno Phantom V Fold2 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 1540240 vs 348562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 1967 vs 419
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 5401 vs 1461
  • Bigger battery: 5750 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 70W vs 10W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz

  • Higher performance (74/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (68/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (79/100 vs 32/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Phantom V Fold2, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 scores 48 points higher (73/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (74/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (79/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (78/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (68/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

Tecno Phantom V Fold2: The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi 12C Tecno Phantom V Fold2
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
AnTuTu 348562 1540240
Geekbench Single 419 1967
Geekbench Multi 1461 5401
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1650 2000x2296
Refresh rate 60 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 5750 mAh
Charging 10W 70W
Wireless charging 0W 15W
DXOMark (camera) 45 —
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 5 MP 32 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 12GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 512GB
OS MIUI 13 Android 14
Brightness (peak) 500 nits 1600 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP54
Dimensions 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm 159.0×140.4×6.1 mm
Weight 192 g 249 g
Launch price $120 —

Camera comparison

Redmi 12C

  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera

Display comparison

Redmi 12C

  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1650
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
32
display

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 7.8" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2000x2296
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Battery and charging

Redmi 12C

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 10W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

  • 5750 mAh
  • Wired: 70W
  • Wireless: 15W
68
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Phantom V Fold2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 12C MediaTek Helio G85
25/100
348562 AnTuTu
Tecno Phantom V Fold2 MediaTek Dimensity 9000+
73/100 +77.4%
1540240 AnTuTu

Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads Redmi 12C by 77.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi 12C

$120

Tecno Phantom V Fold2

Price unknown

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (74/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (79/100 vs 32/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (78/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (68/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 are nearly equal (56/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C by 48 points (73/100 vs 25/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Phantom V Fold2 — 73/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on camera score (78/100 vs 0/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 leads on performance (74/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Phantom V Fold2?

The Tecno Phantom V Fold2 is a better fit for active users.