Xiaomi 14 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Compare Xiaomi 14 Ultra vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, 5000mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $1299 vs…
Xiaomi
14 Ultra
$1,299
9categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 12 5G
$699
3categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 14 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 14 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 14 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 14 Ultra. Choose the 14 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 12 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
14 Ultra wins on endurance with 5,000 mAh and 90W fast charging.
14 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 and 16GB RAM.
14 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi 12 5G wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1299.
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.
14 Ultra vs Redmi 12 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.79" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixel density | 522 ppiWinner | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 550 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 2,050,000Winner | 445,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6980Winner | 2130 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 4 | — |
| Optical zoom | 5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps, 4K at 120fps Dolby Vision | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 220 g | 199 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | High-strength aluminum unibody, nano-tech vegan leather back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 | 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 14 Ultra | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,299 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 14 Ultra
With its Sony LYT-900 1-inch main sensor featuring stepless variable aperture from f/1.63 to f/4.0, dual periscope/telephoto lenses, 90W fast charging, and optional Leica Photography Kit, the 14 Ultra is a pure photographer’s camera.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
- 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)