Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)

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Side by side comparison between Lenovo ZUK Edge vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?

11/15/2023 3:42 PM, updated: 5/29/2025 6:00 PM

Compare Xiaomi Redmi 12C X Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB) 19Points

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

5.5"
TDDI

1080x1920

13
MP

8mp

4GB
RAM

Quad-core

3100
mAh

(Non removable)

13Points Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB) Compare Lenovo ZUK Edge X

Specifications Compare Models Pictures

6.71"
IPS

720x1650

50
MP

5mp

3GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

What's the better phone? Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)

The phonemore's choice is much more technical than personal. Therefore, you shouldn't only consider this. Our goal is to help you, but what's important to us may not be important to you. You decide which one is the best! Comment!

19 Advantages Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	vs	13 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
+4GB LPDDR433% More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.	vs	3GB LPDDR4X
+64GB (52GB available)160% More internal storage for applications and files	vs	32GB (20GB available)
+160 grams (5.6 ounces)20% Lighter	vs	192 grams (6.72 ounces)
+7.7 millimeters (0.3 inches)14% Thinner	vs	8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+1080x1920 pixels75% Higher resolution screen	vs	720x1650 pixels
+401 PPI50% Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)	vs	268 PPI
+(front) 8MP63% Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies	vs	(front) 5MP
+4K UHD (3840x2160)3 times More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera	vs	Full HD (1920x1080)
+(4G LTE-A) 600 Mbps100% Faster for surfing the internet and download files	vs	(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps
+Ambient light sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+CompassAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+GyroscopeAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Heart rateAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Not supported
+Proximity sensorAdvantage Sensors help you use the device	vs	Virtual proximity sensor
+13W30% More power (watts) to charge the battery faster. Sometimes, the charger that comes with the device doesn't have the same power supported by the device. Check before you buy it.	vs	10W
+Active noise cancellationAdvantage More noise-canceling microphones allow for better quality in calls and audio for recorded videos	vs	Not supported
+USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connectorAdvantage Newer and faster USB version for transferring photos, mp3 or data.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+Type-CAdvantage Reversible connector, you can stick in a USB-C cable any which way; either side is up.	vs	MicroUSB 2.0
+Gorilla GlassAdvantage Protection against scratches on the screen lets you carry your phone with your keys	vs	Not supported
2.35GHz 64bit Quad-core	vs	+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)24% More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
Not supported	vs	+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXCAdvantage More external storage for files using memory cards
TDDI	vs	+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
5.5"	vs	+6.71"22% Larger screen
(back) 13MP	vs	+(dual camera) 50MP + 0.08MP3 times Higher resolution main camera
Not supported	vs	+BSI sensorAdvantage The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
f/2.2 (aperture)	vs	+f/1.8 (aperture)22% Diaphragm opening (Aperture) of the camera which has the smallest F number takes photos with better light exposure.
Android 8.0 Oreo	vs	+Android 13Advantage Android 13 is newer and safer
Not supported	vs	+Face unlockAdvantage Sensors help you use the device
3100 mAh	vs	+5000 mAh61% Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
4.1 + A2DP	vs	+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
Not supported	vs	+NFCAdvantage NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
Not supported	vs	+IP52 certifiedAdvantage Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example

24 Common items in both devices

eMMC 5.1

Plastic body, glass front

16 million

LED flash

Only digital zoom

PDAF: phase detection autofocus

EIS: Digital stabilization

+17 specs and more in the table below

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Highlight differences

📱 Model features
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Change model		Choose the model
Model	ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Other model names	联想ZUK Edge (64GB + 4GB RAM), Lenovo ZUK Z2151	Redmi 12C (22120RN86G)
Country or region available	China, Hong Kong	(Global, International)
Brand	Lenovo	Xiaomi
Release date	1/1/2017	1/1/2023, Announced: 12/31/2022
Depth	7.7 millimeters (0.3 inches)	8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)	74.5 x 142.9 millimeters (2.93 x 5.63 in)	76.41 x 168.76 millimeters (3.01 x 6.64 in)
Weight	160 grams (5.6 ounces)	192 grams (6.72 ounces)
Build, materials	Plastic body, glass front	Plastic body, glass front
Protection against water and others	Not supported	IP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing
📲 Display
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Display type	TDDI	TFT IPS LCD
Screen size	5.5" inches	6.71" inches
Screen-to-body ratio	~78.3% (screen-to-body ratio)	~82.6% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution	1080x1920 pixels	720x1650 pixels
Touchscreen	Capacitive Multitouch	Capacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)	401 PPI	268 PPI
Colors	16 million	16 million
Scratch-resistant glass	Gorilla Glass	Not supported
Refresh rate	feature not registered	60Hz
Display features	feature not registered	500nits[typ]
🤖 Operating System
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
System version	Android 7.0 Nougat	Android 12
Firmware update	Android 8.0 Oreo	Android 13
User Interface	feature not registered	MIUI 13 / 14
⚙️ Processor
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Chipset	64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 821 MSM8996 (14nm)	64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)
CPU	Quad-core, 2 processors: 2x 2.35GHz Kryo (Dual-core) 2x 1.6GHz Kryo (Dual-core)	Octa-core, 2 processors: 2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core) 6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
GPU graphical controller	Qualcomm Adreno 530 650Mhz	ARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)
Performance (benchmark)	feature not registered	AnTuTu: 200509 (v9), 242267 (v10)
💽 Memory and storage
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
RAM memory	4GB LPDDR4	3GB LPDDR4X
Internal storage	64GB (52GB available) eMMC 5.1	32GB (20GB available) eMMC 5.1
External storage	Not supported	Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot)
📶 Mobile networks
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Dual-SIM	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card	Dual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card (dedicated slot)
SIM card	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)	2 slots (Dual-SIM) nano-SIM (4FF)
Maximum Download / Upload	600/50 Mbps	300/150 Mbps
Network technology	2G, 3G, 4G	2G, 3G, 4G
Frequency, bands	Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz band	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900	Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G network	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G network	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO TD-SCDMA 1900/2000 UMTS 850/900/1900/2100	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/2100
Primary 4G network	LTE Cat11 (Bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20) TD-LTE (Bands 38, 39, 40, 41)	LTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Primary 5G network	Not supported	Not supported
Primary data network	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, TD-SCDMA, UMTS, TD-HSDPA, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
Secondary 2G network	GSM 850/900/1800/1900	CDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Secondary 3G network	Not supported	CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/2100
Secondary 4G network	Not supported	LTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE
Secondary data network	GPRS, EDGE	GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A
📷 Camera
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Back camera (main camera)	13 megapixels	(dual camera) 50 megapixels 0.08MP depth
Main camera resolution	4128x3096 pixels	8160x6120 pixels
Video recording (primary)	4K UHD (3840x2160) 30 fps	Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps
Flash	LED flash	LED flash
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/1.8 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	feature not registered	1/2.76" inches
Pixel size	1.34µm pixel	feature not registered
Autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus	PDAF: phase detection autofocus
Touch focus	Supported	Supported
Image stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization	EIS: Digital stabilization
Zoom	Only digital zoom	Only digital zoom
Face/smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection	Face detection, Smile detection
BSI sensor	Not supported	Supported
HDR	HDR photo on both cameras	HDR photo on both cameras
Camera extras	feature not registered	feature not registered
📸 Front camera
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Front camera (secondary)	8 megapixels	5 megapixels
Front camera resolution	3264x2448 pixels	2560x1920 pixels
Video recording (secondary)	Full HD (1920x1080)	Full HD (1920x1080)
Front flash	Not supported	Not supported
Focal aperture	f/2.2 (aperture)	f/2.2 (aperture)
Focal length	feature not registered	feature not registered
Sensor size	1/4" inches	feature not registered
Pixel size	1.12µm pixel	feature not registered
🔉 Sound and multimedia
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Loudspeaker	Supported	Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellation	2 microphones or more	1 microphone
Radio	FM	FM
TV	Not supported	Not supported
Video formats	MP4, H.264, H.263	MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV
Audio formats	MP3, OGG, eAAC+, FLAC	MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC
🔌 Connectivity
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
USB	USB 3.1 Type-C reversible connector	MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output	3.5mm jack	3.5mm jack
TV output	Not supported	Not supported
Bluetooth	4.1 + A2DP	5.1 + A2DP/LE
WiFi	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) + MIMO WiFi Direct, hotspot	802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz) WiFi Direct, hotspot
DLNA	Not supported	Not supported
GPS	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, BeiDou	A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou
NFC	Not supported	Supported
Infrared port	Not supported	Not supported
🧭 Sensors
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Sensors	Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Compass Fingerprint sensor (front-mounted) Gyroscope Heart rate Proximity sensor	Accelerometer Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Virtual proximity sensor
Vibrating alert	Supported	Supported
🔋 Battery
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Battery type	Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Non removable)	LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)
Battery capacity	3100 mAh	5000 mAh
Charger, watts	13W Wired fast charging	10W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless charging	feature not registered	Not supported
Talk time autonomy	feature not registered	feature not registered
Standby	feature not registered	feature not registered
➕ Other features
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
Call control	Voice dialing, Voice recorder	Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands
Messaging	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail	SMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free calling	Supported	Supported
Video calling	Supported	Supported
Ringtones	Polyphonic and customized	Polyphonic and customized
Web browser	HTML, XHTML, HTML5	HTML, XHTML, HTML5
Antenna	Internal antenna	Internal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboard	Not supported	Not supported
Miscellaneous	• Colors: Ceramic White, Titanium Black • ZUI 2.5 • 24-bit/192kHz audio • Fast battery charging • Quick Charge 3.0	• Colors: Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple
☢️ Radiation rate
	Lenovo ZUK Edge (64GB/4GB)	Redmi 12C (NFC 32GB)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)	feature not registered	feature not registered