Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has better RAM than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S has better resolution of 2400 x 1080 than Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G which has resolution of 2392 x 1080. Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has more internal memory than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S | Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G |
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.43 in | 6.77 in |
| Internal Memory | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5520 mAh |
| Camera | 108 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple | 108 MP + 8 MP Dual |
| Price | Rs. 19999 | Rs. 22999 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is March 06, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S is Rs. 19999. The launch Date of the second phone is December 18, 2025. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G is Rs. 22999.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S has screen size of 6.43 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G's 6.77 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S has IPS Screen type where as Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has AMOLED Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S has display density of 409 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has only 388 PPI display density. In terms of screen to body ratio, Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has better screen to body ratio of ~ 89.7% than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S's ~ 79%. Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S has 20:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has 20.5:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G's larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S's lower 6 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G has more Internal Memory (128 GB) than Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S (64 GB).
Camera comparison
They both have the same 108 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera. Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G 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 Note 12S's 12 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 12S | Xiaomi Redmi Note 15 5G |
| General | ||
| Country of Origin | India | |
| Model | Redmi Note 12S | 25096RA9BG, 25098RA98G |
| 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 | March 06, 2023 | December 18, 2025 |
| In The Box | REDMI Note 15 5G / USB Type-C Cable / SIM Eject Tool/ Protective Case / Quick Start Guide / Warranty Card | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.2 x 165.9 x 8 mm | 75.4 x 164 x 7.35 mm |
| Weight | 188 g | 178 g |
| Bezel less | Yes | |
| Colors | Onyx Black, Ice Blue, Pearl Green | Black, Glacier Blue, Mist Purple |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) | Color AMOLED Screen (68B) |
| Touch | Yes | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.43 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.77 inches, 1080 x 2392 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20.5:9 |
| PPI | ~ 409 PPI | ~ 388 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 79% | ~ 89.7% |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Scratch/drop-resistant glass, Mohs level 5 |
| Brightness | 3200nits peak brightness, 800nits (typ) | |
| Features | DCI-P3 Wide Color Gamut, Reading Mode 3.0, Sunlight Display, 700 nits, 1000 nits (peak) | Contrast Ratio: 8,000,000:1, DCI- P3 wide Color Gamut, Sunlight Display, Reading Mode, 3840Hz PWM Dimming | 16,000-level Brightness Adjustment, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, (Hardware Solution) Certified, TUV Rheinland Circadian Friendly Certified, TÜV Rheinland Flicker Free Certified |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 64 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Card Slot | Yes, upto 512 GB | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | |
| 5G Bands | 5G NSA:n1|n3|n40|n78 5G SA: n1|n3|n5|n8|n28|n40|n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE |
| USB | Yes, USB-C v2.0 | Yes, USB-C v2.0 |
| USB Features | USB on-the-go | USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou | GPS: L1 | GLONASS: G1 | BDS: B1I + B1C | Galileo: E1 |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | accelerometer, gyro, compass | Virtual proximity sensor | Ambient light sensor | Accelerometer | Electronic compass | IR blaster | Gyroscope |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | No |
| NFC | Yes, Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes |
| AI Features | Gemini Live, Circle to Search | |
| Water Resistance | Yes, 1.7 m | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP53 | IP65 + IP66 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | Yes |
| Extra Features | RAM Booster Up to 3GB | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 108 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) 26mm, 1/1.97", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 118˚, 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) | 108 MP ƒ/1.7 (Wide Angle) 0.64um, 9 in 1 1.92um 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) |
| Camera Sensor | Samsung HM2 | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR, Panorama |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 4K @ 30 fps UHD, 1080p @ 30 fps FHD |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 12 MP Punch Hole | 20 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 | Xiaomi HyperOS 2 | |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen3 |
| CPU | 2.05 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 | 2xCortex-A76@2.2 GHz & 6x Cortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 710 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | MP3, AMR, FLAC, APE |
| Video | Yes | MP4, M4V, MKV, XVID |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Speaker Type | Dual Stereo | |
| Audio Features | Dual Ultra-Linear Speakers, Misound tuning and Dolby Atmos | |
| Audio Jack Type | USB Type-C | |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5520 mAh |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 67W Pro Fast Charging | Yes, 45W Fast Charging |
| Reverse Charging | Yes, 18W | |
| Music Playback Time | 180 hours | |