Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has better resolution of 2460 x 1080 than Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 2340 x 1080. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
| Name | Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G |
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.39 in | 6.79 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 48 MP + 13 MP Dual | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 42499 | Rs. 11999 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is May 27, 2019. The cost of Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 42499. The launch Date of the second phone is August 01, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G is Rs. 11999.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has screen size of 6.39 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G's 6.79 inch screen. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has AMOLED Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has IPS Screen type. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has display density of 403 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has only 396 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has better screen to body ratio of ~ 91% than Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB)'s ~ 81.7%. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has 19.5:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G has 20.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 12 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G's lower 4 GB RAM. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G's 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera outclasses Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB)'s 48 MP + 13 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 20 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G's 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version v9.0 (Pie) and the second one on 13 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Black Shark 2 (12GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G |
| General | ||
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano+Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | May 27, 2019 | August 01, 2023 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75 x 163.6 x 9.57 mm | 76.28 x 168.6 x 8.17 mm |
| Weight | 205 g | 199 g |
| Colors | Moonstone Sliver, Pastel Blue, Jade Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.39 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels | 6.79 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 19.5:9 | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 403 PPI | ~ 396 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 81.7% | ~ 91% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Features | Brightness: 450 nits (typ.) | |
| Notch | No | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 4 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 4 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | No | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n8/n40/n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac，2.4G/5G | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, aptX HD, LE | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging, USB Storage | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go |
| IR Blaster | Yes | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes | Yes, with AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, In Display | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope | Ambient Light Sensor, E Compass, Accelerometer, IR Blaster |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP53 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Premium Glass Back, MIUI Dialer, LPDDR4X RAM, Bottom firing loudspeaker | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 48 MP f/1.75 13 MP f/2.2 with autofocus | 50 MP PDAF f/1.8 (Wide Angle) 2 MP f/2.4 (Macro) with autofocus |
| Features | Slow Motion, Low Light Enhancement Technology, HDR, Portrait Photography, Panorama, AI Camera, 2x Optical Zoom Lens | Night, Video, 50MP mode, Google Lens, HDR, Google lens, Voice shutter, Tilt-shift, Timed burst, Time Lapse |
| Video Recording | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 2K @ 30 fps QHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 20 MP f/2 | Punch Hole 8 MP f/2 (Wide Angle) |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v9.0 (Pie) | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2 |
| CPU | 2.84 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 1x2.84 GHz Kryo 485 & 3x2.41 GHz Kryo 485 & 4x1.78 GHz Kryo 485 | 2x Performance Cores@2.2GHz & 6x Efficiency Cores@2GHz |
| GPU | Adreno 640 | Adreno GPU |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | 3GP, MP4, WebM, MKV | Yes |
| Video | MP3, MID, AMR, AWB, 3GP, MP4, M4A, AAC, WAV, OGG, FLAC, MKV | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 4000 mAh, Li-ion Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, Fast Charging 27W | Yes, 18W |