Redmi Note 12 vs Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads — 75/100 vs 43/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 3900); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is faster in AnTuTu (3,034,849 vs 467,392); per DXOMark lab testing, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge has the stronger camera (140 vs 63); the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is noticeably lighter (163g vs 188g).
Redmi Note 12
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 3900 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3034849 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 2970 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9490 vs 1396
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 163g vs 188g
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 13/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (97/100 vs 72/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge scores 32 points higher (75/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads (73/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 62/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (73/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (97/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3034849 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 2970 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9490 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 3120x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 3900 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 140 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 15 / One UI 7 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 158.2×75.6×5.8 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 163 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1099 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 6.7" Dynamic AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge
- 3900 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads Redmi Note 12 by 84.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $899. Redmi Note 12 was $899 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (73/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge (66/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (97/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 32 points (75/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge — 75/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on camera score (73/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy S25 Edge is a better fit for gamers and power users.