Redmi 12 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 1380 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.79", IPS LCD, 90 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP/8MP | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Samsung Exynos 1380 | ||
| Display | 6.79", IPS LCD, 90 Hz | 6.7", AMOLED, 120 Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+2MP/8MP | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Not Recommended | Overall Best Pick | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Not Recommended | Overall Best Pick |
General
| Colors | Jade Black, Moonstone Silver, Pastel Blue, Ivy Green, Titan Black, Mystique White, Phantom Purple | Orange Haze, Velvet Black, Serene Green | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | August 01, 2023 | June 27, 2025 | ||
| Availability | August 04, 2023 | July 12, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹11,999 | ₹17,499 | ||
| Colors | Jade Black, Moonstone Silver, Pastel Blue, Ivy Green, Titan Black, Mystique White, Phantom Purple | Orange Haze, Velvet Black, Serene Green | ||
| Launch | August 01, 2023 | June 27, 2025 | ||
| Availability | August 04, 2023 | July 12, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹11,999 | ₹17,499 |
Display
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.79 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2460 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 396 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 550 nits | 1300 nits | ||
| Type | IPS LCD | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.79 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2460 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 396 ppi | 385 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 550 nits | 1300 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Weight | 199 grams | 197 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | No Rating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 199 grams | 197 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass Victus+ | ||
| Back | Glass | Glass | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Corning Gorilla Glass | |||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | No Rating | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Exynos 1380 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 613 | Mali-G68 MP5 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year | 6 year | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | Samsung | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Exynos 1380 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 613 | Mali-G68 MP5 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Xiaomi HyperOS | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year | 6 year |
Main Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | Ultra-wide | ||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | OIS | ||
| Video | gyro-EIS | |||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30, 4k@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 8 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide | ||
| Features | Face Unlock, HDR | Face Unlock, HDR | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30, 4k@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 25 w | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 18 w | 25 w |
Memory
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 6 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual nano-SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M36 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, Galileo, GLONASS, GPS, QZSS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | Circle to Search, Gemini | |||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Virtual Proximity Sensor | ||
| AI Features | Circle to Search, Gemini |
