Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi Note 13
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Note 13 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685; launch prices were $200 and $200. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13 leads — 41/100 vs 39/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; per DXOMark lab testing, the Redmi Note 13 has the stronger camera (75 vs 63).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Redmi Note 13
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
- Lighter: 183g vs 188g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Redmi Note 13 better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (23/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Redmi Note 13, the Redmi Note 13 scores 2 points higher (41/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Note 13 leads (23/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 38/100, Redmi Note 13 — 42/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. 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 is a bit better (23/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100. In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Redmi Note 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 75 | |
| 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 / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| 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 | $200 | $200 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Note 13
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 13
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Redmi Note 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Equal performance based on benchmark results.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
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 is a bit better (23/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, both devices are on the same level — 46/100.
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Note 13 are nearly equal (70/100 vs 67/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 13 edges out the Redmi Note 12 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Note 13 — 41/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Note 13?
The Redmi Note 13 leads on camera score (23/100 vs 13/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Redmi Note 13?
Neither model stands out enough to recommend it for a specific use case: the clearest difference is camera — better on the Redmi Note 13 (23/100 vs 13/100).