Redmi Note 12 vs Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (2026) runs on the Exynos 2600; launch prices were $200 and $1099. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads — 66/100 vs 43/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 12 has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4300); the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is faster in AnTuTu (3,161,830 vs 467,392).
Redmi Note 12
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4300 mAh
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $1099
- Longer battery life (66/100 vs 37/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3161830 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3271 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11051 vs 1396
- Lighter: 180g vs 188g
- Higher performance (94/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (35/100 vs 13/100)
- Better portability (80/100 vs 72/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 scores 23 points higher (66/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 leads (66/100 vs 37/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 44/100; 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100). In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Exynos 2600 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3161830 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3271 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11051 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2520 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 25W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 15W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 10 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 / One UI 8.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP48 | |
| Weight | 188 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $1099 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 6.9" Foldable Dynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X
- Resolution: 1080x2520
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8
- 4300 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads Redmi Note 12 by 85.2% 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 Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (94/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 12 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (35/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 (66/100 vs 37/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a bit better (80/100 vs 72/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 23 points (66/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 — 66/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on camera score (35/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 leads on performance (94/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Samsung Galaxy Z Flip8 is a better fit for gamers and power users.