Redmi 12C vs Tecno Pova Neo 2
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85. By overall MobileRank rating, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads — 30/100 vs 25/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Tecno Pova Neo 2 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 16 MP.
Redmi 12C
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 16MP
- Better portability (56/100 vs 20/100)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 18W vs 10W
- Higher refresh rate: 90Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (12/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (55/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (43/100 vs 32/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the Tecno Pova Neo 2, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 scores 5 points higher (30/100 vs 25/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100. In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100). In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (56/100 vs 20/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | Tecno Pova Neo 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Helio G85 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | 346495 | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | 420 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | 1364 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 720x1650 | 720x1640 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 18W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 4GB / 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | MIUI 13 | Android 12, HIOS 8.6 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 170.9×77.8×9.6 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Launch price | $120 | — |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- Main: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1650
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Tecno Pova Neo 2
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi 12C and Tecno Pova Neo 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Tecno Pova Neo 2
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 29/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (43/100 vs 32/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (12/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova Neo 2 (56/100 vs 20/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Tecno Pova Neo 2 edges out the Redmi 12C by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Tecno Pova Neo 2 — 30/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Tecno Pova Neo 2 leads on camera score (12/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the Tecno Pova Neo 2?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for everyday use. The Tecno Pova Neo 2 is a better fit for everyday use.