Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB)
Side by side comparison between Xiaomi 12S Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C phones, differences, pros, cons and full specifications. What's the better?
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6.73"
AMOLED
AMOLED
1440x3200
50
MP
MP
32mp
12GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
4600
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
vs
6.71"
IPS
IPS
720x1650
50
MP
MP
5mp
3GB
RAM
RAM
Octa-core
5000
mAh
mAh
(Non removable)
What's the better phone? Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB)
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13 Common items in both devices |
LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus / PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
HDR photo/video on both cameras / HDR photo on both cameras |
Android 13 |
Capacitive |
Multitouch |
Accelerometer |
Face unlock |
+6 specs and more in the table below |
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Highlight differences Clear highlight๐ฑ Model features | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Model | 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) |
Other model names | Mi 12S Pro 5G (12GB RAM) 2206122SC | Redmi 12C (22120RN86I, 22126RN91Y, 2212ARNC4L) |
Country or region available | (Global, International) | (Middle East), South Africa, Philippines, India, Nigeria |
Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
Release date | 7/7/2022, Announced: 7/4/2022 | 1/1/2023, Announced: 12/31/2022 |
Depth | 8.2 millimeters (0.32 inches) | 8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches) |
Size (width x height) | 74.6 x 163.6 millimeters (2.94 x 6.44 in) | 76.41 x 168.76 millimeters (3.01 x 6.64 in) |
Weight | 204 grams (7.14 ounces) | 192 grams (6.72 ounces) |
Build, materials | Aluminum frame, glass front/back | Plastic body, glass front |
Protection against water and others | Not supported | IP52 certified: protection against dust and splashing |
๐ฒ Display | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Display type | AMOLED | TFT IPS LCD |
Screen size | 6.73" inches | 6.71" inches |
Screen-to-body ratio | ~89.6% (screen-to-body ratio) | ~82.6% (screen-to-body ratio) |
Display resolution | 1440x3200 pixels (20:9) | 720x1650 pixels |
Touchscreen | Capacitive Multitouch 10-points | Capacitive Multitouch |
Pixel density (dot pitch) | 521 PPI | 268 PPI |
Colors | 1 billion | 16 million |
Scratch-resistant glass | Gorilla Glass Victus | Not supported |
Refresh rate | 120Hz | 60Hz |
Display features | 1000nits[typ], 1500nits[peak] Dolby Vision/HDR10+ | 500nits[typ] |
๐ค Operating System | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
System version | Android 12 | Android 12 |
Firmware update | Android 13 | Android 13 |
User Interface | MIUI 13 / 14 | MIUI 13 / 14 |
โ๏ธ Processor | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Chipset | 64bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (SM8475) (4nm) | 64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm) |
CPU | Octa-core, 3 processors: 1x 3.19GHz ARM Cortex-X2 (Single-core) 3x 2.75GHz ARM Cortex-A710 (Triple-core) 4x 2GHz ARM Cortex-A510 (Quad-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 730 (818MHz) | ARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz) |
Performance (benchmark) | AnTuTu: 1040111 (v9) Geekbench: 4234 (v5.4) | AnTuTu: 200509 (v9), 242267 (v10) |
๐ฝ Memory and storage | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
RAM memory | 12GB LPDDR5 | 3GB LPDDR4X |
Internal storage | 256GB (218GB available) UFS 3.1 | 64GB (48GB available) eMMC 5.1 |
External storage | Not supported | Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
๐ถ Mobile networks | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
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 | 2000/1024 Mbps | 300/150 Mbps |
Network technology | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G | 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 UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Primary 4G network | LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42) VoLTE | LTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Primary 5G network | SA/NSA (1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79) | Not supported |
Primary data network | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA | 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 | UMTS 800/850/900/1700/1900/2100 | CDMA2000 1xEV-DO UMTS 850/900/2100 |
Secondary 4G network | LTE Cat20 (1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26) TD-LTE (34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42) VoLTE | LTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28) TD-LTE (38, 40, 41) VoLTE |
Secondary data network | GPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A, SA/NSA | GPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-A |
๐ท Camera | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Back camera (main camera) | (triple camera) 50 megapixels 50MP telephoto f/1.950mmPDAF2x-optical-zoom 50MP ultrawide f/2.2115ยฐ | (dual camera) 50 megapixels 0.08MP depth |
Main camera resolution | 8160x6120 pixels | 8160x6120 pixels |
Video recording (primary) | 8K UHD (7680x4320) 24 fps | Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fps |
Flash | Dual-LED flash | LED flash |
Focal aperture | f/1.9 (aperture) | f/1.8 (aperture) |
Focal length | 24mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | 1/1.28" inches | 1/2.76" inches |
Pixel size | 1.22ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
Autofocus | LDAF/PDAF: laser/phase detection autofocus | PDAF: phase detection autofocus |
Touch focus | Supported | Supported |
Image stabilization | OIS: Optical stabilization | EIS: Digital stabilization |
Zoom | Digital and optical zoom | Only digital zoom |
Face/smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection | Face detection, Smile detection |
BSI sensor | Supported | Supported |
HDR | HDR photo/video on both cameras | HDR photo on both cameras |
Camera extras | 4K@60fps 1080p@960fps Sony IMX707 Leica optics | feature not registered |
๐ธ Front camera | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Front camera (secondary) | 32 megapixels | 5 megapixels |
Front camera resolution | 6528x4896 pixels | 2560x1920 pixels |
Video recording (secondary) | 4K UHD (3840x2160) | Full HD (1920x1080) |
Front flash | Not supported | Not supported |
Focal aperture | f/2.5 (aperture) | f/2.2 (aperture) |
Focal length | 26mm lens | feature not registered |
Sensor size | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Pixel size | 0.7ยตm pixel | feature not registered |
๐ Sound and multimedia | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Loudspeaker | Stereo sound 24-bit/192kHz Tuned by Harman Kardon | Mono sound (not stereo) |
Active noise cancellation | 2 microphones or more | Not supported |
Radio | Not supported | FM |
TV | Not supported | Not supported |
Video formats | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV | MP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKV |
Audio formats | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC | MP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLAC |
๐ Connectivity | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
USB | USB 2.0 Type-C, USB OTG On-The-Go | MicroUSB 2.0 |
Audio output | Type-C reversible connector | 3.5mm jack |
TV output | USB Type-C (reversible) | Not supported |
Bluetooth | 5.2 + A2DP/LE | 5.1 + A2DP/LE |
WiFi | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax [wifi6E/6] (2.4GHz, 5GHz, 6GHz) + 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, GALILEO, BeiDou, QZSS, NavIC | A-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDou |
NFC | Supported | Not supported |
Infrared port | Supported | Not supported |
๐งญ Sensors | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Sensors | Accelerometer Ambient light sensor Barometer Compass Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (under display) Gyroscope Proximity sensor | Accelerometer Face unlock Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted) Virtual proximity sensor |
Vibrating alert | Supported | Supported |
๐ Battery | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Battery type | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) | LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable) |
Battery capacity | 4600 mAh | 5000 mAh |
Charger, watts | 120W Wired fast charging Reverse charging by cable Quick Charge 4 USB Power Delivery 3.0 | 10W Wired charging |
Inductive / wireless charging | 50W Qi wireless charging 10W Reverse wireless charging | Not supported |
Talk time autonomy | feature not registered | feature not registered |
Standby | feature not registered | feature not registered |
โ Other features | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
Call control | Voice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commands | 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 | โข Colors: Gray, White, Purple, Green | โข Colors: Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple |
โข๏ธ Radiation rate | ||
Xiaomi 12S Pro (256GB/12GB) | Redmi 12C (64GB/3GB) | |
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 |