Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G vs Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) which has resolution of 2340 x 1080. Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G | Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67 in | 6.9 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple | 50 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 18990 | Rs. 25499 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is March 30, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G is Rs. 18990. The launch Date of the second phone is August 01, 2025. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 25499.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has screen size of 6.67 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 6.9 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has AMOLED Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has display density of 395 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has only 374 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has better screen to body ratio of ~ 85.3% than Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s ~ 83.2%. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G has 20.1:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20.6:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G's lower 6 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G (64 GB).
Camera comparison
They both have the same 50 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 13 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 15 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 15 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 4G | Xiaomi Redmi 15 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) |
| General | ||
| Country of Origin | India | |
| Model | Redmi Note 12 | 15 5G |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| OS Updates | 2 years | |
| Security Updates | 4 years | |
| Release Date | March 30, 2023 | August 01, 2025 |
| In The Box | Mobile Phone * 1, Adapter * 1, USB Type-C cable * 1, SIM Eject Tool * 1, Quick Start Guide, & Warranty Card * 1, Safety Information * 1 | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 75.96 x 165.66 x 7.85 mm | 80.45 x 168.48 x 8.4 mm |
| Weight | 186 g | 217 g |
| Colors | Onyx Gray, Mint Green, Ice Blue | Sandy Purple, Frosted White, Midnight Black |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate | Yes, 288 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz | 6.9 inches, 1080 x 2340 pixels, 144 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.1:9 | 20.6:9 |
| PPI | ~ 395 PPI | ~ 374 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 85.3% | ~ 83.2% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | |
| Brightness | 850nits Peak Brightness | |
| Features | 1200nits brightness, SGS eye care, Sunlight Mode, Reading Mode, Contrast ratio: 4500000:1 | TÜV Rheinland Circadian Friendly, TÜV Rheinland flicker free, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue light |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 5 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 64 GB | 256 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | No | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n40/n78/n8 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.0, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.1, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go, USB Charging | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| Camera Score | 63 (DxOMark) | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with A-GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | Yes, with A-GPS, Glonass, Beidou |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope | Ambient Light Sensor, Proximity Sensor (Virtual), E Compass, Accelerometer |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | |
| AI Features | Circle to Search, Gemini AI, AI Erase | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| IP Rating | IP53 | IP64 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | Hydro Touch | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 0.64µm, PDAF 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 120˚, 1/4", 1.12µm 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) | 50 MP ƒ/1.75 (Wide Angle) |
| OIS | No | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Photo, Portrait, Night, Pro Mode, Document Mode, 50MP, Short Video, Panorama, Custom Watermark, Google Lens, Movie Frame, Tilt Shift, Voice Shutter, Timed Burst, Beautify, Filters, Video Features: Short Video, Slow Motion, Ultra Wide Video, Macro Video, Timelapse, Movie Frame | AI Sky, AI Erase, Classic Film Filters |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 13 MP ƒ/2.5 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole, Screen Flash | 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole, Screen Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v13 | Android v15 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | HyperOS 2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen3 |
| CPU | 2.8 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.3 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 4x Cortex-A73@2.8 GHz & 4x Cortex-A53@1.9 GHz | 2x2.3 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | Adreno 610 | Adreno 619 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes, supports HTML5 | Yes, supports HTML5 |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | MP3, AMR, FLAC, APE | Yes |
| Video | MP4, M4V, MKV, XVID | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | Yes |
| Speaker Type | Bottom Firing Loud Speaker | |
| Audio Features | Dolby Certified, 200% Super Volume | |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 7000 mAh, Si-C EV-Grade Technology |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 33W Fast Charging | Yes, 33W |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 18W | |
| StandBy Time | 26 days | |
| Music Playback Time | 8 days | |