Redmi Note 12R vs Redmi Note 13R
The Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Redmi Note 13R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 13R leads — 29/100 vs 22/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 13R has the bigger battery (5030 mAh vs 5000).
Redmi Note 12R
Redmi Note 13R
- Lighter: 199g vs 205g
- Better design/ergonomics (51/100 vs 43/100)
- Bigger battery: 5030 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 33W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Longer battery life (41/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 50/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12R vs the Redmi Note 13R, the Redmi Note 13R scores 7 points higher (29/100 vs 22/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100. In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12R | Redmi Note 13R | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4+ Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 560863 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 923 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2249 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1080x2460 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5030 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 33W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 14, HyperOS | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 550 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 205 g | |
| Price | — | — |
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Redmi Note 13R
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 13R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Redmi Note 13R
- 5030 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 0/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 13R significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (100/100 vs 50/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 24/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 13R is a bit better (41/100 vs 36/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi Note 12R is a bit better (51/100 vs 43/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12R or the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 13R edges out the Redmi Note 12R by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12R and the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 12R has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Redmi Note 13R — 29/100.
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12R over the Redmi Note 13R?
The Redmi Note 12R is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 13R is a better fit for everyday use.