Xiaomi 16 vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G
Compare Xiaomi 16 vs Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs MediaTek Helio G88, 5600mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $849 vs $699. Full…
Xiaomi
16
$849
12categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 12 4G
$699
1categories won
13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16. Choose the 16 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 12 4G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 wins on endurance with 5,600 mAh and 90W fast charging.
16 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 16GB RAM.
16 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 2.6x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi 12 4G wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $849.
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.
16 vs Redmi 12 4G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 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 | 3500 nitsWinner | 550 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | MediaTek Helio G88 |
| Process node | 2 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 260,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 1390 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 2.6x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,600 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 18 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 184 gWinner | 198 g |
| Thickness | 7.8 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS) |
| OS updates | 7 years | — |
| Security updates | 7 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 | Redmi 12 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| 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 | $849 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 16
The Xiaomi 16 represents the gold standard for one-handed flagship smartphones, packing a 5,600 mAh silicon-carbon cell, 90W wired and 50W wireless charging, and triple 50MP Leica cameras into a pocket-friendly 7.8mm chassis.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,600mAh
Xiaomi Redmi 12 4G
The Redmi 12 4G stands apart from its rivals by featuring an actual 8MP ultrawide camera alongside its 50MP shooter and a real glass back panel.
- Display
- 6.79"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G88
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14, HyperOS)