Xiaomi 13T Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Compare Xiaomi 13T Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $699 vs…
Xiaomi
13T Pro
$699
9categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 12 5G
$699
1categories won
3 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 13T Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 13T Pro claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 13T Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 13T Pro. Choose the 13T Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 12 5G if its specific hardware strengths better fit your budget.
13T Pro wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 120W fast charging.
13T Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) and 16GB RAM.
13T Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2x dedicated optical zoom.
Both handsets sit in the exact same pricing bracket around $699.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
13T Pro vs Redmi 12 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.67" | 6.79" |
| Resolution | 1220 x 2712Winner | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixel density | 446 ppiWinner | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 144 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 2600 nitsWinner | 550 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 445,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 2130 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 25 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 206 g | 199 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.49 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | Glass back or vegan leather, plastic frame, Gorilla Glass 5 front | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15 (HyperOS) | 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 4 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 13T Pro | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699 | $699 |
Xiaomi 13T Pro
The Xiaomi 13T Pro democratized high-end photography by introducing Leica Summicron lenses, 4nm Dimensity 9200+ processing, IP68 water resistance, and 120W HyperCharge to the sub-$700 market.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ (4 nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Redmi 12 5G revolutionized the budget tier by debuting Qualcomm's advanced 4nm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 architecture inside a crystal glass housing with a massive 6.79-inch FHD+ 90Hz display.
- Display
- 6.79"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS)