Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
6category wins
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
0category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Faster chip
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Best value for money
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.67 | 6.67 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2400 | 2400 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 900 | 1200 |
| PPI | 395 | 395 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 86.8 | 85 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (1x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 642L | Adreno 619 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 778G 5G | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 14 | MIUI 14 |
| OS Version | 12 | 12 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro +19%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro +44%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro +50%| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 1,017 | 852 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,943 | 2,048 |
| AnTuTu | 783,606 | 521,686 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | No | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Variants | 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, gyro-EIS | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama |
| Count | 3 | 3 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) | 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) | 8 MP, f/2.2, (ultrawide) |
| Wide | 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide) | 48 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30/60fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR, panorama | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide) | 13 MP, f/2.5, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Li-Po |
| Wired Charging (W) | 67 | 33 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic back, plastic frame | — |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 162.9 | 165.9 |
| Thickness (mm) | 7.9 | 8 |
| Weight (g) | 181 | 188 |
| Width (mm) | 76 | 76.2 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, February 06 | 2022, October 27 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, February 07 | Available. Released 2023, January 11 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 800, 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, 8, 40, 41 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.1 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO | GPS, GLONASS |
| Radio | No | Unspecified |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with stereo speakers | Yes |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro is 7% cheaper at 43,000 DZD versus 46,000 DZD for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Xiaomi Poco X5 Pro reaches a higher main-sensor resolution at 108 MP, which helps with crops and lower-light photos.
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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