Redmi K50 Gaming vs Xiaomi 12

The Redmi K50 Gaming (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 45/100 vs 41/100 (a 4-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi K50 Gaming has the bigger battery (4700 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 12 is faster in AnTuTu (1,322,176 vs 1,290,942); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 210g).

The Xiaomi 12 edges out the Redmi K50 Gaming by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50 Gaming
Performance 18
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 54
Design 37
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
What makes Redmi K50 Gaming better?
  • Bigger battery: 4700 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP

  • Longer battery life (54/100 vs 45/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 1322176 vs 1290942
  • Lighter: 180g vs 210g

  • Higher performance (19/100 vs 18/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 37/100)
  • Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi K50 Gaming vs the Xiaomi 12, the Xiaomi 12 scores 4 points higher (45/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K50 Gaming are nearly equal (19/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (75/100 vs 37/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K50 Gaming are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Redmi K50 Gaming: The Redmi K50 Gaming is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi K50 Gaming Xiaomi 12
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
AnTuTu 1290942 1322176
Geekbench Single 1675 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453 4453
Display 6.7" OLED 6.3" AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2400x1080
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4700 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 120W 67W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 64 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 13 MP
Front camera 20 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB / 12GB 8GB / 12GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 128GB / 256GB
OS Android 12, MIUI 13 Android 12
Brightness (peak) 800 nits 1100 nits
NFC yes yes
Dimensions 162.5×76.7×8.5 mm 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm
Weight 210 g 180 g
Price $750
Camera comparison
Redmi K50 Gaming
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 20MP
41
camera
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Display comparison
Redmi K50 Gaming
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Redmi K50 Gaming
  • 4700 mAh
  • Wired: 120W
  • No wireless charging
54
battery
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi K50 Gaming and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi K50 Gaming Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
41/100
1290942 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
45/100 +2.4%
1322176 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 12 leads Redmi K50 Gaming by 2.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi K50 Gaming
Price unknown
Xiaomi 12
$750
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K50 Gaming are nearly equal (19/100 vs 18/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Redmi K50 Gaming is a bit better (54/100 vs 45/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (75/100 vs 37/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Redmi K50 Gaming are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 Gaming or the Xiaomi 12?

The Xiaomi 12 edges out the Redmi K50 Gaming by just 4 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.

What is the rating of the Redmi K50 Gaming and the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K50 Gaming has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 45/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 Gaming or the Xiaomi 12?

The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Redmi K50 Gaming over the Xiaomi 12?

The Redmi K50 Gaming is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.