Redmi K100 vs Redmi Note 12
The Redmi K100 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi K100 leads — 73/100 vs 39/100 (a 34-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K100 has the bigger battery (10000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi K100 is faster in AnTuTu (3,298,726 vs 476,175); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (183g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K100
Redmi Note 12
What makes Redmi K100 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3298726 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 10000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 234g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K100 vs the Redmi Note 12, the Redmi K100 scores 34 points higher (73/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 leads (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 leads (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 leads (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (92/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (80/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (70/100 vs 25/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K100 | Redmi Note 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 3298726 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2772 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 10000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 63 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 13 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 17 | Android 13, MIUI 14 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | — | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 183 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K100
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Display comparison
Redmi K100
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2772
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K100
- 10000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K100 and Redmi Note 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi K100 leads Redmi Note 12 by 592.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K100
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (92/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi K100 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (80/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K100 (70/100 vs 25/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K100 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 34 points (73/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K100 and the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K100 has a MobileRank rating of 73/100, the Redmi Note 12 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K100 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K100 or the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K100 leads on performance (92/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K100 over the Redmi Note 12?
The Redmi K100 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life.