Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB if you want the best value for your money.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB
Performance
52.1
52.1
Camera
70.0
70.0
Battery
88.0
88.0
Gaming
56.2
56.2
Overall
69.9
69.9
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Best Value
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
Tie
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
Tie
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.67"
6.67"
Display Type
AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits (peak)
AMOLED, 120Hz, 1200 nits (peak)
Resolution
1080x2400
1080x2400
Refresh Rate
120 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM4375 Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 (6 nm)
Qualcomm SM4375 Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 (6 nm)
GPU
Adreno 619
Adreno 619
RAM
4 GB
4 GB
Storage
128 GB
128 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
48 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro)
Selfie Camera
13 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.0"
13 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.0"
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Charging
33W wired, 50% in 22 min
33W wired, 50% in 22 min
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.1, A2DP, LE
5.1, A2DP, LE
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
165.9 x 76.2 x 8 mm (6.53 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)
165.9 x 76.2 x 8 mm (6.53 x 3.00 x 0.31 in)
Weight
188g
188g
Build Material
N/A
N/A
Colors
Frosted Green, Matte Black, Mystique Blue
Frosted Green, Matte Black, Mystique Blue
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 12, MIUI 14 (International), MIUI 13 (India)
Android 12, MIUI 14 (International), MIUI 13 (India)
Our Verdict
Both phones are very closely matched. Your choice should depend on which features matter most to you — whether it's camera quality, battery life, gaming performance, or value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB
Pros
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB
Pros
- All-day battery life
- 120Hz smooth display
- 5G connectivity
- NFC payments
Cons
- Basic processor
- Average camera
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB or Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB?
Both phones are very closely matched with similar overall scores.
Which has a better camera, Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB or Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Both phones offer similar gaming performance.
Which offers better value for money?
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB offers better value at PKR 33,499 with a value score of 3.9.
What is the price difference between Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB and Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB?
Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 128GB costs PKR 33,499 while Xiaomi Redmi 12 8GB 256GB costs PKR 36,999. The price difference is PKR 3,500.
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