Redmi 12C vs ZTE Blade V80 Design
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Blade V80 Design (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V80 Design leads — 29/100 vs 13/100 (a 16-point difference).
Redmi 12C
ZTE Blade V80 Design
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 50/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (27/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the ZTE Blade V80 Design, the ZTE Blade V80 Design scores 16 points higher (29/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design leads (27/100 vs 0/100). 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, the ZTE Blade V80 Design significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (27/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. 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 ZTE Blade V80 Design (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | ZTE Blade V80 Design | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Unisoc T7280 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | — | 900x1940 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 5W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 192 g | — | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
ZTE Blade V80 Design
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE Blade V80 Design
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Design
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Design
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Design notably outperforms the Redmi 12C (27/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100.
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 ZTE Blade V80 Design (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?
The ZTE Blade V80 Design is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Blade V80 Design?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Design — 29/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Blade V80 Design?
The ZTE Blade V80 Design leads on camera score (27/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the ZTE Blade V80 Design?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Design is a better fit for everyday use.