Redmi Note 12 4G vs Redmi Note 13 4G
The Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 13 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads — 46/100 vs 44/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 4G
Redmi Note 13 4G
What makes Redmi Note 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (44/100 vs 34/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 4G vs the Redmi Note 13 4G, the Redmi Note 13 4G scores 2 points higher (46/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G and the Redmi Note 13 4G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 4G | Redmi Note 13 4G | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 476175 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 183 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 4G and Redmi Note 13 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 79/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G is a bit better (44/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G and the Redmi Note 13 4G are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 13 4G edges out the Redmi Note 12 4G by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 4G and the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi Note 13 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 13 4G leads on camera score (44/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 4G over the Redmi Note 13 4G?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Redmi Note 13 4G (44/100 vs 34/100).