Xiaomi 14 vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Compare Xiaomi 14 vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, 4610mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $799 vs…
Xiaomi
14
$799
10categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 12 5G
$699
2categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 14 takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 14 claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 14 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 14. Choose the 14 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 12 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
14 wins on endurance with 4,610 mAh and 90W fast charging.
14 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) and 16GB RAM.
14 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.2x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi 12 5G wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $799.
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 vs Redmi 12 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.36" | 6.79" |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2670Winner | 1080 x 2460 |
| Pixel density | 460 ppiWinner | 396 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 90 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 550 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm) | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 |
| Process node | 4 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 2,040,000Winner | 445,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 6980Winner | 2130 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps (HDR) / 4K at 24/30/60fps (10-bit Dolby Vision HDR) | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,610 mAh | 5,000 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 193 gWinner | 199 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | High-gloss flat aluminum alloy frame, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus front, curved velvet matte glass back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 14 (Xiaomi HyperOS, upgradable to Android 15) | 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 4 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 14 | Redmi 12 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz) | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $799 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 14
The Xiaomi 14 is the gold standard for compact Android flagships, packing the elite Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, a radiant 3000-nit 6.36-inch LTPO OLED with 1.61mm bezels, Leica Summilux optics with floating telephoto macro, and 90W wired / 50W wireless charging.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 (4nm)
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,610mAh
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)