Redmi 12C vs Tecno Pop 6 Go

Comparing the Redmi 12C (2023) and the Tecno Pop 6 Go (2022) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi 12C leads — 13/100 vs 7/100 (a 6-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi 12C has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 5 MP; the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the Tecno Pop 6 Go doesn't; the Redmi 12C is thinner (8.8mm vs 10.9mm).

The Redmi 12C edges out the Tecno Pop 6 Go by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12C
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 36
Design 60
Value for money 100
Tecno Pop 6 Go
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 12
Design 50
Value for money 55
What makes Redmi 12C better?
  • Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 5MP

  • Longer battery life (36/100 vs 12/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
  • Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Tecno Pop 6 Go better?

  • Overall rating 7/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Pop 6 Go, the Redmi 12C scores 6 points higher (13/100 vs 7/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C leads (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C leads (100/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 Go (36/100 vs 12/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 Go (100/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi 12C: The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Tecno Pop 6 Go: The Tecno Pop 6 Go is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 12C Tecno Pop 6 Go
Processor MediaTek Helio G85
AnTuTu 346495
Geekbench Single 420
Geekbench Multi 1364
Display 6.7" IPS LCD 6.0" IPS LCD
Resolution 480x960
Refresh rate 60 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 4000 mAh
Charging
DXOMark (camera) 45
Main camera 50 MP 5 MP
Front camera 5 MP 5 MP
RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB 1GB / 2GB
Storage 32GB / 64GB / 128GB 32GB
OS Android 11 (Go edition), HiOS
Brightness (peak) 500 nits
NFC yes no
Dimensions 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm 160.3×78.8×10.9 mm
Weight 192 g
Price $120
Camera comparison
Redmi 12C
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Tecno Pop 6 Go
  • Main: 5MP f/f/2.2
  • Front: 5MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 12C
  • 6.7" IPS LCD
  • Refresh rate: 60 Hz
0
display
Tecno Pop 6 Go
  • 6.0" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 480x960
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 12C
  • 5000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
36
battery
Tecno Pop 6 Go
  • 4000 mAh
  • No wireless charging
12
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi 12C
$120
Tecno Pop 6 Go
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 Go (36/100 vs 12/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C is a bit better (60/100 vs 50/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pop 6 Go (100/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Pop 6 Go?

The Redmi 12C edges out the Tecno Pop 6 Go by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Pop 6 Go?

The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the Tecno Pop 6 Go — 7/100.

Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Pop 6 Go?

The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Tecno Pop 6 Go is a better fit for everyday use.