Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB). In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has better resolution of 2460 x 1080 than Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) which has resolution of 1600 x 720. Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB)
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) | Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G |
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.53 in | 6.79 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 10990 | Rs. 9499 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is June 30, 2020. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) is Rs. 10990. The launch Date of the second phone is June 15, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G is Rs. 9499.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) has screen size of 6.53 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G's 6.79 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) has IPS LCD Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has IPS Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has display density of 396 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) has only 269 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has better screen to body ratio of ~ 85.1% than Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB)'s ~ 81.1%. Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has 20.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G's larger 4 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB)'s lower 3 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G has more Internal Memory (128 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) (64 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G's 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera outclasses Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB)'s 13 MP + 2 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 8 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB)'s 5 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 10 and the second one on 13 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 9C (3GB RAM + 64GB) | Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G |
| General | ||
| Model | Redmi 9C | Redmi 12 |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | June 30, 2020 | June 15, 2023 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 77 x 164.9 x 9 mm | 76.28 x 168.6 x 8.17 mm |
| Weight | 196 g | 198.5 g |
| Colors | Jade Black, Pastel Blue, Moonstone Silver | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS LCD Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.53 inches, 720 x 1600 pixels | 6.79 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels, 90 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 269 PPI | ~ 396 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 81.1% | ~ 85.1% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass | |
| Features | 550 nits (peak) | |
| Notch | Yes, Water Drop Notch | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 3 GB | 4 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 4 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | No | |
| VoLTE | Yes | Yes |
| 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, LE | Yes, v5.3 |
| USB | Yes, microUSB v2.0 | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, BEIDOU |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Rear | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity | Accelerometer, E Compass |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP53 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | MIUI Dialer, Glass Back, Bottom firing loudspeaker | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 13 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Depth Sensor) | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) PDAF 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 120˚ 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | HDR | Photo, Portrait, Night Mode, 50MP, Custom Watermark, Google Lens, Tilt Shift, Timed Burst, Film Filters, Macro, HDR, Timelapse, Voice Shutter, Video Features: Ultra Wide Video, Macro Video, Timelapse |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 5 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) 1.12µm | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v10 | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | |
| Chipset | MediaTek Helio G35 | Mediatek Helio G88 |
| CPU | 2.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | Arm Cortex-A53 | 2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | MP4, M4V, MKV, XVID, WAV, AAC, MP3, AMR, FLAC, APE |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | Yes | Yes, with FM Recording |
| Document Reader | Yes | |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W Fast Charging Support | |
| Talk Time | 32 hours | |