Redmi 12 5G vs Redmi Note 9 Pro
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.79", IPS LCD, 90Hz | 6.67", IPS LCD, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP/8MP (Front) | 48MP+8MP+5MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 18W | 5020mAh, 18W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance and Gaming | Display, Multimedia, Battery, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Jade Black, Pastel Blue, Moonstone Silver | Interstellar Grey, Tropical Green, Glacier White | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 01, 2023 | March 12, 2020 | ||
| Availability | August 04, 2023 | March 17, 2020 | ||
| Launch Country | India | India | ||
| Launch Price | ₹11,999 | ₹12,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 9 Pro
| Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.79 inches | 6.67 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2460 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 396 ppi | 395 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 550 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi Note 9 Pro
| Weight | 199 grams | 209 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass 5 | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | - | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker, Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
Processor
Winner:Redmi 12 5G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Qualcomm | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 720G | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 613 | Adreno 618 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 9 Pro
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR | HDR, Macro Mode | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | EIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 5 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Camera, AI HDR, AI Night Mode, AI Portrait, AI Video, Google Lens Integration | AI Beauty, AI Camera, AI Portrait, Qualcomm AI Engine |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 9 Pro
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 16 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | AI Beauty Mode, Portrait Mode, Time-lapse | AI Beautification, AI portrait mode, Face recognition, Face unlock, HdR, Palm shutter, panorama | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30/120fps | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide |
Battery
Winner:Redmi Note 9 Pro
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5020 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 W | 18 W |
Memory
Winner:Redmi 12 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs, 1 Nano SIM+1 microSD) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi 12 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, BDS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | A-GPS, Beidou, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS, NavIC | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio, Recording |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Compass, E-Compass, Fingerprint Scanner (Side Mounted), Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, Distance Sensor, Electronic Compass, Fingerprint Scanner (Side Mounted), Gyroscope, Z-Axis Linear Motor |
