Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi 15 Pro

The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Xiaomi 15 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $200 and $771. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads — 83/100 vs 43/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Pro has the bigger battery (6100 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 15 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,001,049 vs 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 213g).

The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 40 points (83/100 vs 43/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12
Performance 33
Display 85
Camera 13
Battery 66
Portability 72
Value for money 48
Xiaomi 15 Pro
Performance 91
Display 90
Camera 78
Battery 80
Portability 46
Value for money 78
What makes Redmi Note 12 better?
  • Lighter: 188g vs 213g
  • Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $771

  • Better portability (72/100 vs 46/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Pro better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3001049 vs 467392
  • Better Geekbench Single: 2798 vs 466
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10104 vs 1396
  • Bigger battery: 6100 vs 5000 mAh

  • Higher performance (91/100 vs 33/100)
  • Better camera (78/100 vs 13/100)
  • Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Xiaomi 15 Pro, the Xiaomi 15 Pro scores 40 points higher (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Xiaomi 15 Pro — 78/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (72/100 vs 46/100).

Redmi Note 12: The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 15 Pro: The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi Note 12 Xiaomi 15 Pro
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
AnTuTu 467392 3001049
Geekbench Single 466 2798
Geekbench Multi 1396 10104
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6100 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 50W
DXOMark (camera) 63
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 13 MP 32 MP
RAM 4GB / 6GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 15 / HyperOS 2
Brightness (peak) 3200 nits
NFC yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.3×75.3×8.4 mm
Weight 188 g 213 g
Launch price $200 $771
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12
  • Main: 50MP
  • Front: 13MP
13
camera
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.4
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
78
camera
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
90
display
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Xiaomi 15 Pro
  • 6100 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
80
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 12 and Xiaomi 15 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 12 Qualcomm Snapdragon 685
43/100
467392 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 15 Pro Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
83/100 +84.4%
3001049 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 15 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12
$200
Xiaomi 15 Pro
$771

Launch price difference: $571. Redmi Note 12 was $571 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (91/100 vs 33/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (78/100 vs 13/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Pro is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Pro (72/100 vs 46/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

The Xiaomi 15 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 40 points (83/100 vs 43/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 15 Pro — 83/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on camera score (78/100 vs 13/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

The Xiaomi 15 Pro leads on performance (91/100 vs 33/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Xiaomi 15 Pro?

The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 15 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.