Redmi Note 12 4G vs Redmi A3
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Helio G36 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.71", IPS LCD, 90Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+8MP+2MP/13MP (Front) | 8MP+0.08MP/5MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 33W | 5000mAh, 10W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 3GB | ||
| Storage | 64GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Battery, Gaming, Design and Main Camera | Battery and Build Quality |
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General
| Colors | Lunar Black, Sunrise Gold, Ice Blue | Olive Green, Midnight Black, Lake Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 30, 2023 | February 14, 2024 | ||
| Availability | April 06, 2023 | February 23, 2024 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹13,999 | ₹7,299 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 12 4G
| Type | AMOLED | IPS LCD | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.71 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 720 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 1650 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 268 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 500 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi Note 12 4G
| Weight | 186 grams | 199 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | |||
| Port | OTG, USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | IP52 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Redmi Note 12 4G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 685 | Helio G36 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 610 | PowerVR GE8320 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 12 4G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 8 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 0.08 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Auxiliary | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | |||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | |||
| Features | Filter, HDR, Movie frame, Panaroma | Dual LED Flash, HDR | ||
| Stabilization | No Stabilization | No Stabilization | ||
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Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android Go | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | Redmi MIUI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 2 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi A3
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 5 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Features | AI Beauty Mode, Portrait Mode | |||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Tie
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 33 W | 10 W |
Memory
Winner:Redmi Note 12 4G
| Storage | 64 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | eMMC 5.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 3 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (2 Nano SIMs + 1 microSD) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, LTE, WCDMA |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi A3
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5 | 5.4 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | - | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Fingerprint Scanner (Side Mounted), Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
