Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G vs Samsung Galaxy M21
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Beebom Score
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Beebom Score
Key Specifications
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Samsung Exynos 9611 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+8MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 67W | 6000mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB | ||
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | Samsung Exynos 9611 | ||
| Display | 6.67", AMOLED, 120Hz | 6.4", AMOLED, 60Hz | ||
| Camera | 50MP+8MP+2MP/16MP (Front) | 48MP+8MP+5MP/20MP (Front) | ||
| Battery | 5000mAh, 67W | 6000mAh, 15W | ||
| RAM | 6GB | 4GB | ||
| Storage | 128GB | 64GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery and Software | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Performance, Display, Multimedia, Gaming, Design, Build Quality and Main Camera | Battery and Software |
General
| Colors | Stardust Purple, Frosted Blue, Onyx Black | Midnight Blue, Raven Black, Iceberg Blue | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | January 05, 2023 | March 18, 2020 | ||
| Availability | January 11, 2023 | March 23, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹26,999 | ₹12,999 | ||
| Colors | Stardust Purple, Frosted Blue, Onyx Black | Midnight Blue, Raven Black, Iceberg Blue | ||
| Launch | January 05, 2023 | March 18, 2020 | ||
| Availability | January 11, 2023 | March 23, 2020 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹26,999 | ₹12,999 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.4 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 403 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 420 nits | ||
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 60 Hz | ||
| Features | HDR10+ | SDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.4 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2340 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 19.5:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 394 ppi | 403 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | FHD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | 420 nits |
Body
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| Weight | 187 grams | 188 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | - | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Mono Speaker | ||
| Weight | 187 grams | 188 grams | ||
| Front | Gorilla Glass 5 | Gorilla Glass 3 | ||
| Back | Glass | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Build Quality | Plastic Material | Plastic Material | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (Dust and Splash Resistant) | - | ||
| Speaker | Stereo Speakers | Mono Speaker |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 1080 | Exynos 9611 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Mali-G72 MP3 | ||
| Chipset Brand | MediaTek | Samsung | ||
| Chipset Name | Dimensity 1080 | Exynos 9611 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Mali-G68 MC4 | Mali-G72 MP3 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 48 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Depth | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Film Camera Mode, HDR, Long Exposure, Movie frame, Night Mode, Panorama, Pro Mode, Time Lapse | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | EIS | ||
| Video | Macro Video Recording, Pro Video Mode, Slow Motion | |||
| Camera Resolution | 50 MP | 48 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 8 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Depth | ||
| Features | Dual LED Dual Tone Flash, Film Camera Mode, HDR, Long Exposure, Movie frame, Night Mode, Panorama, Pro Mode, Time Lapse | HDR, LED Flash, Panorama | ||
| Stabilization | OIS | EIS | ||
| Video | Macro Video Recording, Pro Video Mode, Slow Motion |
Operating System
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features | ||||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | Redmi MIUI | One UI | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 2 year(s) | 1 year(s) | ||
| AI Features |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 20 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | Portrait Mode, Time Lapse | Filters, HdR, Panoramic View, Portrait Mode | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | |||
| Front Camera Resolution | 16 MP | 20 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | |||
| Features | Portrait Mode, Time Lapse | Filters, HdR, Panoramic View, Portrait Mode | ||
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps |
Battery
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M21
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 67 W | 15 W | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Wireless Charging | ||||
| Charging Speed | 67 W | 15 W |
Memory
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 64 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.1 | ||
| RAM | 6 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | GSM, HSDPA, LTE | ||
| Sim Slot | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | 5G, GSM, LTE FDD, LTE TD, WCDMA | GSM, HSDPA, LTE |
Connectivity
Winner:Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 6 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | Wi-Fi 5 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5 | ||
| Positioning | A-GPS, BEIDOU, GLONASS, GPS | BDS, GALILEO, GLONASS, GPS | ||
| NFC | - | Supported | ||
| Radio | - | FM Radio |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Rear Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Ambient Light Sensor, E-Compass, Geomagnetic Sensor, Gyroscope, IR Blaster, Proximity Sensor | Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor |
