Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
Compare Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Mediatek Dimensity 1080, 50MP vs 50MP camera…
Xiaomi
MIX Fold 5
$1,699
10categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
$219
2categories won
4 categories tied · 16 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 takes the overall win
The Xiaomi MIX Fold 5 claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the MIX Fold 5 leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the MIX Fold 5. Choose the MIX Fold 5 if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
MIX Fold 5 wins on endurance with 5,400 mAh and 67W fast charging.
MIX Fold 5 leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
MIX Fold 5 wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G wins on budget and value at $219 compared to $1699.
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.
MIX Fold 5 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 7.98" | 6.67" |
| Resolution | 2224 x 2488Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 418 ppiWinner | 395 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3000 nitsWinner | 900 nits |
Performance
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Mediatek Dimensity 1080 |
| Process node | — | 6 nm |
| AnTuTu score | — | 535,000 |
| Geekbench multi | — | 2240 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 12 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TBWinner | 256GB |
Camera
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 5x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MPWinner | 8 MP |
| Selfie camera | 20 MPWinner | 16 MP |
| Max video | — | 4K at 30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,400 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 W | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 216 g | 187 gWinner |
| Thickness | 4.5 mmWinner | 7.9 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | — | Plastic frame, glass back, Gorilla Glass 5 front |
Software and support
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 12 |
| OS updates | — | 2 years |
| Security updates | — | 3 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | MIX Fold 5 | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | — | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,699 | $219Winner |
Xiaomi MIX Fold 5
Pushing foldable engineering to the razor edge, the MIX Fold 5 measures just 4.5mm thin unfolded (8.9mm folded) while housing a 5,400 mAh battery, full IPX8 water immersion rating, and Leica Summilux periscope optics.
- Display
- 7.98"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,400mAh
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G
Achieving massive international sales, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G brought Sony's flagship IMX766 OIS camera sensor to the budget market, paired with 67W fast charging, Dolby Vision 120Hz OLED, and dual stereo speakers.
- Display
- 6.67"
- Chipset
- Mediatek Dimensity 1080
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,000mAh