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Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Xiaomi · 2022

Redmi Note 12 Pro+

Redmi Note 12 Pro+
88/ 100
Launch MSRP$369 USD
Xiaomi · 2023

Redmi Note 13 Pro+

Redmi Note 13 Pro+
91/ 100
Launch MSRP$399 USD
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Redmi Note 13 Pro+ BETTER THAN Redmi Note 12 Pro+?

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Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Redmi Note 13 Pro+Winner 🏆

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORRedmi NoteRedmi NoteLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W120W120W
Main Camera Sensor200 MP200 MP200 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.67"6.67"
Chassis Weight208.4g204.5g204.5g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
  • ✓$30 lower launch MSRP ($369 vs $399)
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Redmi Note 13 Pro+:
  • ✓3.9000000000000057g lighter chassis (204.5g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.67" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 12 Pro+Redmi Note 13 Pro+
1. Display & Screen🏆 Redmi Note 13 Pro+ Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.67"6.67"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)2712x1220 (446 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peak1,800 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Redmi Note 13 Pro+ Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP3200 MP, f/1.7, OIS, Samsung HP3
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.28 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.4516 MP, f/2.4
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Redmi Note 13 Pro+ Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 8.7 mm161.4 x 74.2 x 8.9 mm
Weight208.4 g204.5 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53IP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast charging120W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 6E
Bluetooth5.25.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 2.0
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$369$399
Editorial Lab Verdict

Redmi Note 13 Pro+ edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Redmi Note 13 Pro+ ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
Balanced specifications with Xiaomi hardware design · Runs Android with optimized security support
When to choose Redmi Note 13 Pro+:
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.8 vs top rival 88.0 · Brighter screen: 1,800 nits peak vs 900 nits
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Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 13 Pro+

Which is better: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or Redmi Note 13 Pro+?

Redmi Note 13 Pro+ leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.8/100 compared to Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (88.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.8 vs top rival 88.0 and Brighter screen: 1,800 nits peak vs 900 nits.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Redmi Note 13 Pro+?

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Redmi Note 13 Pro+ features a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Redmi Note 13 Pro+?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ achieves a 80/100 performance score, while Redmi Note 13 Pro+ scores 90/100.

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