Redmi 12C vs ZTE Blade V80 Pro
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (2025) runs on the Unisoc T7280. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads — 32/100 vs 13/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro doesn't; the ZTE Blade V80 Pro is thinner (7.7mm vs 8.8mm).
Redmi 12C
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Lighter: 192g vs 195g
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 56/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (38/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the ZTE Blade V80 Pro, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro scores 19 points higher (32/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads (38/100 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 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (38/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 36/100. In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | ZTE Blade V80 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | 108 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 | no | |
| Protection | — | IP64 | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 166.0×79.0×7.7 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 195 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 900x1940
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 5W
- No wireless charging
ZTE Blade V80 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (38/100 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 and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro are nearly equal (60/100 vs 56/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V80 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is noticeably better than the Redmi 12C — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE Blade V80 Pro — 32/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The ZTE Blade V80 Pro leads on camera score (38/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the ZTE Blade V80 Pro?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Blade V80 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.