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Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB) vs Samsung Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)

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

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Compare Samsung Galaxy Core X Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB) 27Points
6.71"
IPS

720x1650

50
MP

5mp

4GB
RAM

Octa-core

5000
mAh

(Non removable)

vs
05Points Samsung Galaxy Core (GT-i8260) Compare Xiaomi Redmi 12C X
4.3"
TFT

480x800

5
MP

0.3mp

1GB
RAM

Dual-core

1800
mAh

(Removable)

What's the better phone? Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/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!

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)} 27 Advantages Xiaomi Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB) vs Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)} 5 Advantages Samsung Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
+2GHz 64bit Octa-core (12nm)190%
More powerful processor, you can open your applications faster
vs1.2GHz 32bit Dual-core (45nm)
+4GB LPDDR4X3 times
More RAM memory. Typically more responsive and better for multitasking.
vs1GB LPDDR2
+128GB (101GB available)22 times
More internal storage for applications and files
vs8GB (4.49GB available)
+eMMC 5.1Advantage
Fastest write and read storage.
vseMMC 4.41
+Until 1TB microSD, microSDXC15 times
More external storage for files using memory cards
vsUntil 64GB microSD, microSDXC
+8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)3%
Thinner
vs9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
+TFT IPS LCDAdvantage
TFT IPS LCD display is brighter and more vivid
vsTFT LCD
+720x1650 pixels2 times
Higher resolution screen
vs480x800 pixels
+268 PPI24%
Crisper display of text, images and videos because it has more pixels per inch (ppi)
vs217 PPI
+6.71"56%
Larger screen
vs4.3"
+(dual camera) 50MP + 0.08MP9 times
Higher resolution main camera
vs(back) 5MP
+BSI sensorAdvantage
The BSI sensor allows the entry of more light generating photos with more detail and brightness
vsNot supported
+HDR photo on both camerasAdvantage
The HDR technology produced photos with more detail in dark areas
vsNot supported
+(front) 5MP15 times
Higher resolution secondary camera to take pictures and selfies
vs(front) 0.3MP
+Full HD (1920x1080)5 times
More image quality for recording videos with the primary camera
vsVGA (720x480)
+Android 13Advantage
Android 13 is newer and safer
vsAndroid 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
+4G LTE-AAdvantage
The 4G LTE-A network is newer and faster
vs3G HSUPA
+(4G LTE-A) 300 Mbps41 times
Faster for surfing the internet and download files
vs(3G HSUPA) 7.2 Mbps
+Face unlockAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)Advantage
Sensors help you use the device
vsNot supported
+5000 mAh178%
Battery - higher amperage (mAh) allows more device usage time, but it also depends on the hardware and use
vs1800 mAh
+10W100%
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.
vs5W
+2 slots (Dual-SIM)
(dedicated slot)Advantage
You can have more mobile carriers/operators on the same device.
vs1 slot (Single-SIM)
(dedicated slot)
+802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5]Advantage
WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] is newer and faster
vs802.11 b/g/n [wifi4]
+5.1 + A2DP/LEAdvantage
Bluetooth 5.1 + A2DP/LE is newer and faster
vs3.0 + A2DP
+NFCAdvantage
NFC allows you to make payments by approach quickly and securely
vsNot supported
+IP52 certifiedAdvantage
Protection against water allows you talk to your friends in the rain, for example
vsNot supported
192 grams (6.72 ounces)vs+124 grams (4.34 ounces)55%
Lighter
Not supportedvs+Ambient light sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Not supportedvs+CompassAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
Virtual proximity sensorvs+Proximity sensorAdvantage
Sensors help you use the device
LiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)vs+Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)Advantage
Removable battery can be replaced easily

17 Common items in both devices
60Hz
16 million
LED flash
Only digital zoom
PDAF: phase detection autofocus / Autofocus
Capacitive
Multitouch
+10 specs and more in the table below

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📱 Model features

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
ModelRedmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Other model namesRedmi 12C (22120RN86G)Galaxy Core GT-i8260, Samsung GT-i8260
Country or region available(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
(Global, International)
BrandXiaomiSamsung
Release date1/1/2023, Announced: 12/31/20225/13/2013
Depth8.77 millimeters (0.35 inches)9 millimeters (0.35 inches)
Size (width x height)76.41 x 168.76 millimeters (3.01 x 6.64 in)67.6 x 129.3 millimeters (2.66 x 5.09 in)
Weight192 grams (6.72 ounces)124 grams (4.34 ounces)
Build, materialsPlastic body, glass frontfeature not registered
Protection against water and othersIP52 certified: protection against dust and splashingNot supported

📲 Display

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Display typeTFT IPS LCDTFT LCD
Screen size6.71" inches4.3" inches
Screen-to-body ratio~82.6% (screen-to-body ratio)~60.2% (screen-to-body ratio)
Display resolution720x1650 pixels480x800 pixels (5:3)
TouchscreenCapacitive MultitouchCapacitive Multitouch
Pixel density (dot pitch)268 PPI217 PPI
Colors16 million16 million
Scratch-resistant glassNot supportedNot supported
Refresh rate60Hz60Hz
Display features500nits[typ]Not supported

🤖 Operating System

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
System versionAndroid 12Android 4.1.2 Jelly Bean
Firmware updateAndroid 13feature not registered
User InterfaceMIUI 13 / 14Samsung TouchWiz

⚙️ Processor

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Chipset64bit: MediaTek Helio G85 (12nm)32bit: Qualcomm Snapdragon S4 Play (MSM8225) (45nm)
CPUOcta-core, 2 processors:
2x 2GHz ARM-Cortex-A75 (Dual-core)
6x 1.8GHz ARM-Cortex-A55 (Hexa-core)
Dual-core, 1 processor:
2x 1.2GHz ARM Cortex-A5 (Dual-core)
GPU graphical controllerARM Mali-G52 MC2 (1GHz)Qualcomm Adreno 203 (320MHz)
Performance (benchmark)AnTuTu: 200509 (v9), 242267 (v10)feature not registered

💽 Memory and storage

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
RAM memory4GB LPDDR4X1GB LPDDR2
Internal storage128GB (101GB available)
eMMC 5.1
8GB (4.49GB available)
eMMC 4.41
External storageUntil 1TB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)
Until 64GB microSD, microSDXC
(dedicated slot)

📶 Mobile networks

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Dual-SIMDual-SIM Standby - Call active on one sim card
(dedicated slot)
Not supported
SIM card2 slots (Dual-SIM)
nano-SIM (4FF)
1 slot (Single-SIM)
micro-SIM (3FF)
Maximum Download / Upload300/150 Mbps7.2/5.76 Mbps
Network technology2G, 3G, 4G2G, 3G
Frequency, bands Expand band details Collapse details
GSM MHz bandQuad-Band 850/900/1800/1900Quad-Band 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900GSM 850/900/1800/1900
Primary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
UMTS 900/2100
Primary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Primary 5G networkNot supportedNot supported
Primary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-AGPRS, EDGE, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA
Secondary 2G networkCDMA 800, GSM 850/900/1800/1900Not supported
Secondary 3G networkCDMA2000 1xEV-DO
UMTS 850/900/2100
Not supported
Secondary 4G networkLTE Cat7 (1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28)
TD-LTE (38, 40, 41)
VoLTE
Not supported
Secondary data networkGPRS, EDGE, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev 0, CDMA2000 EV-DO Rev A, UMTS, HSDPA, HSUPA, HSPA+, TD-LTE, LTE, LTE-ANot supported

📷 Camera

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Back camera (main camera)(dual camera)
50 megapixels
0.08MP depth
5 megapixels
Main camera resolution8160x6120 pixels2592x1944 pixels
Video recording (primary)Full HD (1920x1080) 30 fpsVGA (720x480) 30 fps
FlashLED flashLED flash
Focal aperturef/1.8 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor size1/2.76" inchesfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
AutofocusPDAF: phase detection autofocusAutofocus
Touch focusSupportedSupported
Image stabilizationEIS: Digital stabilizationfeature not registered
ZoomOnly digital zoomOnly digital zoom
Face/smile detectionFace detection, Smile detectionFace detection, Smile detection
BSI sensorSupportedNot supported
HDRHDR photo on both camerasNot supported
Camera extrasfeature not registeredfeature not registered

📸 Front camera

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Front camera (secondary)5 megapixels0.3 megapixels
Front camera resolution2560x1920 pixels640x480 pixels
Video recording (secondary)Full HD (1920x1080)Not supported
Front flashNot supportedNot supported
Focal aperturef/2.2 (aperture)feature not registered
Focal lengthfeature not registeredfeature not registered
Sensor sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered
Pixel sizefeature not registeredfeature not registered

🔉 Sound and multimedia

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
LoudspeakerMono sound (not stereo)Mono sound (not stereo)
Active noise cancellationNot supported1 microphone
RadioFMFM (RDS)
TVNot supportedNot supported
Video formatsMP4, H.265, H.264, H.263, XviD, MKVMP4, H.264, H.263, WMV
Audio formatsMP3, WAV, WMA, eAAC+, FLACMP3, WAV, eAAC+, AC3, FLAC

🔌 Connectivity

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
USBMicroUSB 2.0MicroUSB 2.0
Audio output3.5mm jack3.5mm jack
TV outputNot supportedNot supported
Bluetooth5.1 + A2DP/LE3.0 + A2DP
WiFi802.11 a/b/g/n/ac [wifi5] (2.4GHz, 5GHz)
WiFi Direct, hotspot
802.11 b/g/n [wifi4] (2.4GHz)
WiFi hotspot
DLNANot supportedNot supported
GPSA-GPS, GeoTagging, GLONASS, GALILEO, BeiDouA-GPS, GeoTagging
NFCSupportedNot supported
Infrared portNot supportedfeature not registered

🧭 Sensors

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
SensorsAccelerometer
Face unlock
Fingerprint sensor (rear-mounted)
Virtual proximity sensor
Accelerometer
Ambient light sensor
Compass
Proximity sensor
Vibrating alertSupportedSupported

🔋 Battery

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Battery typeLiPo: li-ion polymer (Non removable)Li-Ion: lithium-ion (Removable)
Battery capacity5000 mAh1800 mAh
Charger, watts10W Wired charging5W Wired charging
Inductive / wireless chargingNot supportedNot supported
Talk time autonomyfeature not registered9 hours
Standbyfeature not registered300 hours (12.5 days)

➕ Other features

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
Call controlVoice dialing, Voice recorder, Voice commandsVoice dialing, Voice recorder
MessagingSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mailSMS (T9), MMS, E-mail, Push mail
Hands-free callingSupportedSupported
Video callingSupportedSupported
RingtonesPolyphonic and customizedPolyphonic and customized
Web browserHTML, XHTML, HTML5HTML, XHTML, HTML5, Flash player
AntennaInternal antennaInternal antenna
Qwerty physical keyboardNot supportedNot supported
Miscellaneous• Colors: Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple• Colors: White, Blue
• Java framework

☢️ Radiation rate

Redmi 12C (NFC 128GB/4GB)Galaxy Core (GT-i8260)
SAR 1.6W/kg (USA, Mexico, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
SAR 2W/kg (Europe, UK, etc.)feature not registeredfeature not registered
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