Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi Turbo 5
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Redmi Turbo 5 (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $200 and $250. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads — 67/100 vs 43/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Turbo 5 has the bigger battery (7560 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Turbo 5 is faster in AnTuTu (2,809,170 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 204g).
Redmi Note 12
Redmi Turbo 5
- Lighter: 188g vs 204g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $250
- Better portability (72/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 2809170 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7560 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (80/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (74/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Redmi Turbo 5, the Redmi Turbo 5 scores 24 points higher (67/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 leads (37/100 vs 13/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Redmi Turbo 5 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (80/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (72/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Redmi Turbo 5 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 2809170 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7560 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×75.2×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 204 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $250 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Redmi Turbo 5
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Turbo 5
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Turbo 5
- 7560 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Redmi Turbo 5, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Turbo 5 leads Redmi Note 12 by 83.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $50. Redmi Note 12 was $50 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (80/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (37/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Turbo 5 is a bit better (74/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Turbo 5 (72/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 24 points (67/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Redmi Turbo 5 — 67/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on camera score (37/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Turbo 5 leads on performance (80/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Redmi Turbo 5?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Turbo 5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers.