Redmi 12C vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). 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 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Redmi 12C is noticeably lighter (192g vs 207g).
Redmi 12C
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Lighter: 192g vs 207g
- Longer battery life (36/100 vs 15/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Overall rating 7/100
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Redmi 12C scores 6 points higher (13/100 vs 7/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi 12C leads (36/100 vs 15/100). 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 ZTE Libero 5G III (36/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4120 mAh | |
| Charging | — | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | — | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 64GB | |
| OS | — | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
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 ZTE Libero 5G III (36/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi 12C notably outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (60/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi 12C edges out the ZTE Libero 5G III by just 6 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.