Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Realme 9 Pro 5G
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Realme 9 Pro 5G. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2460 x 1080 than Realme 9 Pro 5G which has resolution of 2412 x 1080. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Realme 9 Pro 5G
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Realme 9 Pro 5G |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.79 in | 6.6 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual | 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 12999 | Rs. 20999 |
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Detailed Comparison
Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is August 01, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 12999. The launch Date of the second phone is February 16, 2022 . The cost of Realme 9 Pro 5G is Rs. 20999.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.79 inches in comparison to Realme 9 Pro 5G's 6.6 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS Screen type where as Realme 9 Pro 5G has IPS LCD Screen type. Realme's phone has display density of 401 PPI & Xiaomi's phone has only 396 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi's phone has better screen to body ratio of ~ 91% than Realme's phone ~ 90.8%. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20.5:9 aspect ratio where as Realme 9 Pro 5G has 20:1.9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Realme 9 Pro 5G's lower 6 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Realme 9 Pro 5G (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Realme 9 Pro 5G's 64 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera outshines Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Realme 9 Pro 5G will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 16 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 13 and the second one on 12 version.
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Full Comparison
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Realme 9 Pro 5G |
| General | ||
| Model | 12 5G | RMX3471, 9 Pro 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | August 01, 2023 | February 16, 2022 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.28 x 168.6 x 8.17 mm | 75.6 x 164.3 x 8.5 mm |
| Weight | 199 g | 195 g |
| Bezel less | Yes | |
| Colors | Moonstone Sliver, Pastel Blue, Jade Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS LCD Screen (16.7M) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.79 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.6 inches, 1080 x 2412 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | 20:1.9 |
| PPI | ~ 396 PPI | ~ 401 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 91% | ~ 90.8% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Features | Brightness: 450 nits (typ.) | Screen Contrast: 1500:1, Brightness: 400 nit, Color Saturation: 96%, Sunlight Screen Support , COG Sealing Process |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | Upto 5 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | Yes, upto 256 GB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n8/n40/n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | 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, v5.3, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.1 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou | Yes with A-GPS, Beidou, Glonass |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, E Compass, Accelerometer, IR Blaster | Magnetic induction Sensor, Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Gyro-meter, Acceleration Sensor, Compass |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP53 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Premium Glass Back, MIUI Dialer, LPDDR4X RAM, Bottom firing loudspeaker | Dual Mic Nosie Cancellation |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) PDAF 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) | 64 MP ƒ/1.79 (Main) 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Night, Video, 50MP mode, Google Lens, HDR, Google lens, Voice shutter, Tilt-shift, Timed burst, Time Lapse | Night Mode，Panoramic view, Expert, Portrait Mode，HDR，Ultra wide, Ultra macro, AI Scene Recognition, AI Beauty, Filter, Bokeh Effect Control, Starry Mode |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 1080p |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 16 MP ƒ/2.05 (Main) Punch Hole, Screen Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v13 | Android v12 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x Performance Cores@2.2GHz & 6x Efficiency Cores@2GHz | 2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver |
| GPU | Adreno GPU | Adreno 619 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | AAC, HE-AAC v1, HE-AAC v2, AMR, AWB, MIDI, MP3, OGG VORBIS |
| Video | Yes | MP4, 3GP, 3G2, 3GPP2, M4V, MKV |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W | Yes, 33W Dart Charge |