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Redmi Note 12R vs Pixel 7a

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Redmi Note 12R
· 2023

Redmi Note 12R

Price on request
79.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
79.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera84/100
Battery86/100
Pixel 7a
· 2023

Pixel 7a

$499
78.8/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
78.8
Benchmark
Performance80/100
Camera88/100
Battery70/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Redmi Note 12R:
  • ✓Larger 5,000 mAh battery capacity (+615 mAh more capacity)
  • ✓50.1MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • ✓6.79" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate
Reasons to buy Pixel 7a:
  • ✓5.5g lighter chassis (193.5g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • ✓$9500 lower launch MSRP ($499 vs $9999)
  • ✓64MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 12RPixel 7a
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechIPS TFT LCDAMOLED
Screen Size6.79"6.1"
Resolution & Density1080x2460 (396 ppi)2400x1080 (429 ppi)
Refresh Rate90 Hz ProMotion90 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,000 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 13Android 13
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB8 GB
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB128GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera50.1 MP64 MP, f/1.89, OIS, Samsung GN1
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide CameraN/A13 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 Lens4.9 MP13 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions168.6 x 78.28 x 8.17 mm152.4 x 72.9 x 9 mm
Weight199 g193.5 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceNot certifiedIP67
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh4,385 mAh
Wired Fast Charging18W wired fast charging18W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported7W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-bandWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothBluetooth 5.35.3
USB Port & SpeedUSB C reversibleUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (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 PricePrice on request$499
Editorial Lab Verdict

Redmi Note 12R edges ahead with a BeastScore of 79.8/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Redmi Note 12R ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 84/100 camera rating.

When to buy Redmi Note 12R:
Higher overall BeastScore: 79.8 vs top rival 78.8 · Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+615 mAh more)
When to buy Pixel 7a:
Higher resolution main sensor: 64 MP vs max 50.1 MP · Brighter screen: 1,000 nits peak vs 0 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 12R vs Pixel 7a

Which phone is better: Redmi Note 12R or Pixel 7a?

Redmi Note 12R leads with an overall BeastScore of 79.8/100 compared to Pixel 7a (78.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 79.8 vs top rival 78.8 and Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+615 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 12R and Pixel 7a?

Redmi Note 12R is equipped with a 6.79-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Pixel 7a features a 6.1-inch display and 4385 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Redmi Note 12R and Pixel 7a?

In lab hardware evaluations, Redmi Note 12R scores 84/100 in camera performance, while Pixel 7a scores 88/100.

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