Redmi Note 12 vs Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
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Key Specifications
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.67", Full HD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 6300 | ||
| Display | 6.67", Full HD+ AMOLED, 120 Hz | 6.7", Full HD+ Super AMOLED, 90 Hz | ||
| Camera | 48MP+8MP+2MP/13MP | 50MP+5MP+2MP/13MP | ||
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB |
Top Recommendation
| Recommended For | Battery, Display, Gaming and Main Camera | Performance, Multimedia, Software, Design and Build Quality | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Recommended For | Battery, Display, Gaming and Main Camera | Performance, Multimedia, Software, Design and Build Quality |
General
| Colors | Frosted Green, Matte Black, Mystique Blue, Sunrise Gold, Ivy Green, Phantom Purple, Titan Black, Mystique White | Blush Pink, Mint Green, Thunder Black | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Launch | March 30, 2023 | February 27, 2025 | ||
| Availability | March 30, 2023 | March 05, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹17,999 | ₹12,499 | ||
| Colors | Frosted Green, Matte Black, Mystique Blue, Sunrise Gold, Ivy Green, Phantom Purple, Titan Black, Mystique White | Blush Pink, Mint Green, Thunder Black | ||
| Launch | March 30, 2023 | February 27, 2025 | ||
| Availability | March 30, 2023 | March 05, 2025 | ||
| Launch Price | ₹17,999 | ₹12,499 |
Display
Winner:Redmi Note 12
| Type | Full HD+ AMOLED | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 395 ppi | 262 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits | |||
| Type | Full HD+ AMOLED | Full HD+ Super AMOLED | ||
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | ||
| Features | SDR | HDR | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.7 inches | ||
| Resolution Width | 1080 pixels | 1080 pixels | ||
| Resolution Height | 2400 pixels | 2400 pixels | ||
| Resolution Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 | ||
| Pixel Per Inch | 395 ppi | 262 ppi | ||
| Display Resolution | FHD+ | HD+ | ||
| Peak Brightness | 1200 nits |
Body
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Weight | 188 grams | 200 grams | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (dust and splash resistant) | IP54 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Stereo Speakers | ||
| Weight | 188 grams | 200 grams | ||
| Front | No Protection | No Protection | ||
| Back | Plastic | Plastic | ||
| Side | Plastic Frame | Plastic Frame | ||
| Port | USB Type-C 2.0 | USB Type-C 2.0 | ||
| IP rating | IP53 (dust and splash resistant) | IP54 (dust and water resistant) | ||
| Speaker | Mono Speaker | Stereo Speakers |
Processor
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G57 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | MIUI 13 | One UI 7 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 | 6 | ||
| Chipset Brand | Qualcomm | MediaTek | ||
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Dimensity 6300 | ||
| CPU | Octa-core | Octa-core | ||
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Mali-G57 MC2 | ||
| Software Name | Android | Android | ||
| Software Skin | MIUI 13 | One UI 7 | ||
| OS Updates(Years) | 3 | 6 |
Main Camera
Winner:Redmi Note 12
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Depth | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash | HDR, Panorama, Dual Tone LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080@30fps | ||
| Camera Resolution | 48 MP | 50 MP | ||
| Camera Type | Wide-angle | Wide-angle | ||
| Camera 2 Resolution | 8 MP | 5 MP | ||
| Camera 2 Type | Ultra-wide | Ultra-wide | ||
| Camera 3 Resolution | 2 MP | 2 MP | ||
| Camera 3 Type | Macro | Depth | ||
| Features | HDR, Panorama, Dual-LED Dual-tone Flash | HDR, Panorama, Dual Tone LED Flash | ||
| Stabilization | EIS | EIS | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps, gyro-EIS | 1080@30fps |
Selfie Camera
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 13 MP | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps | ||
| Front Camera Resolution | 13 MP | 13 MP | ||
| Front Camera Type | Wide | Wide | ||
| Features | HDR | Fixed Focus | ||
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080@30fps |
Battery
Winner:Redmi Note 12
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 33 w | 25 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh | ||
| Battery Type | Lithium Polymer | Lithium Polymer | ||
| Charging Speed | 33 w | 25 w | ||
| Wireless Charging | No | No |
Memory
Winner:Tie
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X | ||
| Storage | 128 GB | 128 GB | ||
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 | ||
| RAM | 4 GB | 4 GB | ||
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
Network
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | ||
| Sim Slot | Hybrid Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | Dual SIM (nano-SIM, dual stand-by) | ||
| Network | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
Winner:Samsung Galaxy M16 5G
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | No | ||
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac | ||
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.3 | ||
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS, QZSS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | ||
| NFC | No | No | ||
| Radio | No | No |
Features
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Colour Spectrometer | ||
| Fingerprint Scanner | Side Mounted | Side Mounted | ||
| Sensors | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope | Accelerometer, Proximity, Compass, Gyroscope, Ambient Light Sensor, Colour Spectrometer |
