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; the Redmi Note 13 4G is faster in AnTuTu (469,734 vs 467,392).

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.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 4G
Performance 33
Display 79
Camera 34
Battery 46
Portability 70
Value for money
Redmi Note 13 4G
Performance 33
Display 79
Camera 44
Battery 46
Portability 67
Value for money 68
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?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 469734 vs 467392
  • 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 — 33/100. 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).

Redmi Note 12 4G: The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Redmi Note 13 4G: The Redmi Note 13 4G is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 4G Redmi Note 13 4G
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
AnTuTu 467392 469734
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
Price $146
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 13MP
34
camera
Redmi Note 13 4G
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
44
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Redmi Note 13 4G
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Redmi Note 13 4G
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 12 4G and Redmi Note 13 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 12 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
44/100
467392 AnTuTu
Redmi Note 13 4G Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
46/100 +0.5%
469734 AnTuTu

Redmi Note 13 4G leads Redmi Note 12 4G by 0.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknown
Redmi Note 13 4G
$146
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.

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?

The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13 4G is a better fit for everyday use.