Redmi Note 12 4G vs Redmi Note 13
The Redmi Note 12 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13 leads — 45/100 vs 44/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Redmi Note 12 4G
Redmi Note 13
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better camera (34/100 vs 23/100)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 70/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 4G vs the Redmi Note 13, the Redmi Note 13 scores 1 points higher (45/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G leads (34/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G is a bit better (34/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 4G | Redmi Note 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 467392 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 466 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 1396 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | — | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | — | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 75 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| Protection | IP53 | — | |
| Dimensions | 165.7×76.0×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 183 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | — | $200 |
Redmi Note 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP
- Front: 16MP
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi Note 12 4G and Redmi Note 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Redmi Note 12 4G
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 33/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 12 4G is a bit better (34/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 4G (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 13 and the Redmi Note 12 4G are nearly equal (72/100 vs 70/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 13 edges out the Redmi Note 12 4G by just 1 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?
The Redmi Note 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 44/100, the Redmi Note 13 — 45/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 4G or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 12 4G leads on camera score (34/100 vs 23/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 4G over the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 12 4G is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13 is a better fit for everyday use.