Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi Note 13 4G
The Redmi Note 12 (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 43/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Redmi Note 13 4G
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (44/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Redmi Note 13 4G, the Redmi Note 13 4G scores 3 points higher (46/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G leads (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (44/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (66/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | 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 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 33W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 13, up to 3 major Android upgrades, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP54 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.3×75.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 188 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | — |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 13 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Redmi Note 13 4G, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
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Redmi Note 13 4G
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 34/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 4G significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (44/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 13 4G (66/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (72/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 13 4G edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi Note 13 4G — 46/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Note 13 4G?
The Redmi Note 13 4G leads on camera score (44/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 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 13/100).