Xiaomi Poco C65 vs Xiaomi Redmi 12
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco C65
1category wins
Xiaomi Redmi 12
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Redmi 12
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi 12
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi 12
Lighter body
Xiaomi Poco C65
Best value for money
Xiaomi Redmi 12
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.74 | 6.79 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 1600 | 2460 |
| Resolution Width | 720 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 90 |
| Peak Brightness | 600 | 550 |
| PPI | 260 | 396 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass | — |
| Screen-to-body | 83.7 | 85.1 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 | Mali-G52 MC2 |
| Chipset Name | Helio G85 | Helio G88 |
| Process (nm) | 12 | 12 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 2 | HyperOS |
| OS Version | 13 | 13 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 12 +3%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Poco C65 +6%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi 12 +5%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 419 | 430 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 1,461 | 1,375 |
| AnTuTu | 348,562 | 365,001 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Variants | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 3 | 3 |
| Lens | 0.08 MP | — |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| ultrawide | — | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, 28mm, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | — |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2 | 8 MP, f/2.1, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 18 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front, plastic frame, glass back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 168 | 168.6 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.1 | 8.2 |
| Weight (g) | 192 | 198.5 |
| Width (mm) | 78 | 76.3 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, November 05 | 2023, June 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, November 06 | Available. Released 2023, June 15 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 - International | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.3 |
| infrared port | — | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio, recording | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | — |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco C65 | Xiaomi Redmi 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco C65 and Xiaomi Redmi 12 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi 12 is 7% cheaper at 43,000 DZD versus 46,000 DZD for the Xiaomi Poco C65, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Xiaomi Redmi 12 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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