Redmi 12C vs ZTE V40 Pro
The Redmi 12C (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the ZTE V40 Pro (2022) runs on the Unisoc Tiger T618. By overall MobileRank rating, the ZTE V40 Pro leads — 22/100 vs 13/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the ZTE V40 Pro has the bigger battery (5100 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Redmi 12C has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE V40 Pro doesn't.
Redmi 12C
ZTE V40 Pro
- Better value for money (100/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 5100 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 190g vs 192g
- Better camera (37/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (50/100 vs 36/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (62/100 vs 60/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12C vs the ZTE V40 Pro, the ZTE V40 Pro scores 9 points higher (22/100 vs 13/100). In the "camera" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro leads (50/100 vs 36/100). 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, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (37/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12C | ZTE V40 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Unisoc Tiger T618 | |
| AnTuTu | 346495 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 420 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1364 | — | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5100 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 65W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 45 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 64 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB | 128GB | |
| OS | — | Android 11 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Dimensions | 168.8×76.4×8.8 mm | 163.9×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 190 g | |
| Price | $120 | — |
Redmi 12C
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 5MP
ZTE V40 Pro
- Main: 64MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi 12C
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
ZTE V40 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Redmi 12C
- 5000 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
ZTE V40 Pro
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, the ZTE V40 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12C (37/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the ZTE V40 Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE V40 Pro and the Redmi 12C are nearly equal (62/100 vs 60/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi 12C significantly outperforms the ZTE V40 Pro (100/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro edges out the Redmi 12C by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12C and the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Redmi 12C has a MobileRank rating of 13/100, the ZTE V40 Pro — 22/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12C or the ZTE V40 Pro?
The ZTE V40 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12C over the ZTE V40 Pro?
The Redmi 12C is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The ZTE V40 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.