Redmi 9 Activ vs Redmi 12C
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G35 | MediaTek Helio G85 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.53", LCD, 60Hz | 6.71", IPS LCD, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 13MP+2MP/5MP (Front) | 50MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 10W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 4GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Display, Multimedia, Battery and Software | Performance, Battery, Gaming, Software, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera |
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General
| Colors | Carbon Black, Coral Green, Metallic Purple | Matte Black, Royal Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | September 24, 2021 | March 30, 2023 | ||
| Availability | September 24, 2021 | April 06, 2023 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹6,999 | ₹8,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi 9 Activ
| Type | LCD | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 60 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.53 inches | 6.71 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 720 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 1600 pixels | 1650 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20.6:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 269 ppi | |||
| Display Resolution | HD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 400 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi 12C
| Weight | 194 grams | 192 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | - | - | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | microUSB 2.0 | microUSB 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | Water-Repellent Coating | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Loudspeaker | Loudspeaker |
Processor
Winner:Redmi 12C
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Helio G35 | Helio G85 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | PowerVR GE8320 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi 12C
| Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 2 Type | Depth | |||
| Features | HDR, LED Flash | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
| Video |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 1 year(s) | |||
| AI Features | AI Beauty, AI Portrait, AI Scene recognition | AI Camera |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi 9 Activ
| Front Camera Resolution | 5 MP | 5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | AI Beauty Mode, Palm Shutter, Portrait Mode, Time-lapse | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 10 W | 10 W |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | eMMC 5.1 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi 12C
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.1 | ||
| Positioning | BDS, GLONASS, GPS | A-GPS, BEIDOU, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | FM Radio | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Rear Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Fingerprint Scanner (Rear Mounted) |
