Side-by-side technical data
Xiaomi Poco X6 Neo vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S
Comparison between Xiaomi Poco X6 Neo and Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S: camera, battery, fast charging, display, performance and colors, side by side. More phones from Xiaomi.
The verdict
Neither runs away with it: each wins something.
| Category | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Design & display | 7.5 | 7.0 |
| Performance & hardware | 5.2 | 3.9 |
| Camera | 4.6 | 5.7 |
| Connectivity | 6.0 | 5.9 |
| Battery & charging | 5.7 | 6.4 |
Which one is for you?
Xiaomi Poco X6 Neo, if you care about…
- RAM Capacity
- 12 GB
- against 8 GB
- Bluetooth Version
- Bluetooth 5.3
- against Bluetooth 5.2
- Display Refresh Rate
- 120 Hz
- against 90 Hz
- Resistance Features
- IP54
- against IP53
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S, if you care about…
- Display Pixel Density
- 409 ppi
- against 395 ppi
- Battery Features
- Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable
- against Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable
- Audio Features
- Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, A2DP, LE, EDR, HID
- against A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, Hi-Res Audio, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone
Specification comparison
Performance
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Processor Model | MediaTek Dimensity 6080 | MediaTek Helio G96 |
| Processor Process Size | 6 nm Best value | 12 nm |
| Graphics GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Maximum CPU Clock | 2.4 GHz Best value | 2.05 GHz |
| Maximum Storage Capacity | 256 GB | 256 GB |
| AnTuTu Score | 450,726 | 529,087 |
| Geekbench 6 Single-Core | 767 Best value | 645 |
| Geekbench 6 Multi-Core | 2,057 Best value | 1,855 |
| CPU Description | Octa-core CPU with 2 Cortex-A76 cores and 6 Cortex-A55 cores. | Octa-core: 2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 and 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55 |
| Processor Type | Octa-Core | Octa-Core |
| 64-Bit Processor | Yes | Yes |
| RAM Capacity | 12 GB Best value | 8 GB |
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Expandable Storage | Yes | Yes |
| AnTuTu version | v10 | v11 |
| 3DMark Wild Life Extreme | 371 | — |
Design
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Body Colors | Black, Blue, Orange, Gold, Green | Black, Blue, Green |
| Body Thickness | 7.7 mm Best value | 8.1 mm |
| Body Width | 75 mm | 73.9 mm |
| Body Height | 161.1 mm | 159.9 mm |
| Weight | 175 g Best value | 176 g |
| Usable Surface | 88.9 % Best value | 85 % |
| Body Materials | Glass, Plastic | Plastic |
| Resistance Features | IP54 Best value | IP53 |
Battery
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Battery Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Battery Type | Li-Polymer | Li-Polymer |
| Fast Charge Power | 33 W | 33 W |
| Battery Features | Fast Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Rechargeable | Fast Charging, Reverse Charging, Non-Removable, Battery Level Indicator, Charger Included, Rechargeable Best value |
Display
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Display Aspect Ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
| Display Technology | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Peak Display Brightness | 1,000 nits | 1,000 nits |
| Display Diagonal | 6.67″ Best value | 6.43″ |
| Display Horizontal Resolution | 1,080 px | 1,080 px |
| Display Vertical Resolution | 2,400 px | 2,400 px |
| Display Pixel Density | 395 ppi | 409 ppi Best value |
| Display Refresh Rate | 120 Hz Best value | 90 Hz |
| Touch Sampling Rate | 240 Hz | 240 Hz |
| Display Contrast Ratio | 5,000,000 :1 Best value | 4,500,000 :1 |
| Display Features | Gorilla Glass 5, Hole-Punch Notch, SGS Certified, TÜV Rheinland Low Blue Light, TÜV Rheinland Flicker-Free Certified, 2160Hz PWM, DCI-P3, 10-Bit Panel, Scratch Resistant, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, Always-On Display | Hole-Punch Notch, HDR, DCI-P3, Gorilla Glass 3, Capacitive Touch, Multi-Touch, Frameless, TÜV Rheinland Eye Comfort Certification, Scratch Resistant, Always-On Display |
Sensors
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Fingerprint Sensor Placement | Side | Side |
Sensor
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Sensor Features | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Cooling System | Fingerprint Sensor, Accelerometer, Gyroscope, Proximity Sensor, Compass, Light Sensor, Virtual Proximity Sensing, Cooling System |
Software
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Operating System | Android 14 | Android 13 |
| OS Family | Android | Android |
| OS Version | 14 Best value | 13 |
| OS Update Support | 2 years | 2 years |
| Google Services | Yes | Yes |
| Widevine L1 | Yes | — |
Connectivity
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| SIM Configurations | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby | Dual Nano-SIM, Dual SIM Dual Standby, Dual SIM |
| Cellular Bands | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41, 5G NR n1, 5G NR n3, 5G NR n5, 5G NR n8, 5G NR n28a, 5G NR n28b, 5G NR n40, 5G NR n78 | 2G GSM 850, 2G GSM 900, 2G GSM 1800, 2G GSM 1900, 3G UMTS B1, 3G UMTS B2, 3G UMTS B4, 3G UMTS B5, 3G UMTS B8, 4G LTE B1, 4G LTE B2, 4G LTE B3, 4G LTE B4, 4G LTE B5, 4G LTE B7, 4G LTE B8, 4G LTE B20, LTE B28, 4G LTE B28A, 4G LTE B28B, 4G LTE B38, 4G LTE B40, 4G LTE B41 |
| Cellular Technologies | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE, 5G Best value | GSM, HSPA, UMTS, LTE |
| Wi-Fi Standards | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g | Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 802.11a/b/g/n/ac |
| Wi-Fi Features | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display | Dual Band, Wi-Fi Hotspot, Wi-Fi Direct, Wi-Fi Display, MIMO |
| Bluetooth Version | Bluetooth 5.3 Best value | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| Bluetooth Profiles | A2DP, LE | A2DP, LE, EDR, HID |
| Navigation Systems | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, BeiDou | GPS, A-GPS, GLONASS, BeiDou, Galileo |
| Connectivity Features | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, FM Radio, Computer Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB Host 2.0, USB OTG, USB Type-C, USB 2.0 | 3.5 mm Audio Jack, Infrared, NFC, FM Radio, USB Type-C, USB 2.0, Computer Sync, OTA Sync, Tethering, VoLTE, USB Charging, USB Mass Storage, USB OTG |
| USB Version | USB 2.0 | USB 2.0 |
| SAR American Head | 0.85 W/kg | — |
| SAR American Body | 0.71 W/kg | — |
| Max. download speed | 2,770 Mbps Best value | 600 Mbps |
| Max. upload speed | 1,250 Mbps Best value | 150 Mbps |
Audio
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Microphone Count | — | 2 |
| Audio Features | A2DP, LE, Loudspeaker, Hi-Res Audio, Dolby Atmos, Noise-Cancellation Microphone | Stereo Speakers, Hi-Res Audio, A2DP, LE, EDR, HID Best value |
Technical
| Specification | Poco X6 Neo | Redmi Note 12S |
|---|---|---|
| Model numbers | MZB0GGWIN, 2312FRAFDI | 2303CRA44A, 23030RAC7Y, 2303ERA42L |
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