Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
4category wins
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G
1category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Bigger battery
Even
Faster charging
Even
Higher-resolution camera
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G
Better display
Even
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Best value for money
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.67 | 6.67 |
| Panel Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution Height | 2400 | 2400 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 1080 |
| Refresh Rate | 120 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 1200 | 1800 |
| PPI | 395 | 395 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Screen-to-body | 85 | 87.5 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (4x2.8 GHz Cortex-A73 & 4x1.9 GHz Cortex-A53) |
| GPU | Adreno 619 | Adreno 610 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 685 |
| Process (nm) | 6 | 6 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | MIUI 14 | HyperOS 2 |
| OS Version | 12 | 13 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 +83%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 +47%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 +10%| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 852 | 466 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,048 | 1,396 |
| AnTuTu | 521,686 | 476,175 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Variants | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 512GB 8GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama | LED 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 | 48 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 108 MP, f/1.8, 24mm, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | — |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 13 MP, f/2.5, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 5000 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | — |
| Wired Charging (W) | 33 | 33 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Build | — | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 3), plastic frame, plastic back |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 165.9 | 162.3 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8 | 8 |
| Weight (g) | 188 | 188.5 |
| Width (mm) | 76.2 | 75.6 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2022, October 27 | 2024, January 15 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, January 11 | Available. Released 2024, January 15 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA | — |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE (CA), 5G | HSPA, LTE |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.1 | 5.1 |
| infrared port | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | Unspecified | Unspecified |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | 2.0 | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 and Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 is 6% cheaper at 46,000 DZD versus 49,000 DZD for the Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G, leaving room for accessories or a longer screen-protection plan.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 13 4G 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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