Realme C61
#2625
Xiaomi Redmi 12
#2309Category Breakdown
Realme C61
Xiaomi Redmi 12
Performance
62.564.8
Camera
44.345.0
Display
75.575.5
Battery
51.051.0
Build
77.877.8
Overall
60.361.2
Summary
- The Realme C61 features a 6.74-inch IPS LCD display with a resolution of 720 x 1600 pixels, while the Xiaomi Redmi 12 has a larger 6.79-inch IPS LCD with a higher resolution of 1080 x 2460 pixels, providing a sharper image.
- In terms of performance, the C61 is powered by the Unisoc Tiger T612 chipset, whereas the Redmi 12 utilizes the MediaTek Helio G88, which offers slightly better processing capabilities.
- Both devices have a 50 MP rear camera, but the Redmi 12 includes additional lenses for ultrawide and macro photography, enhancing versatility.
- Both smartphones are equipped with a 5000 mAh battery, but the Redmi 12 supports faster 18W charging compared to the C61's 15W.
- The C61 runs on Android 14 with Realme UI, while the Redmi 12 operates on Android 13, upgradable to Android 14 with HyperOS, offering a potentially more refined software experience.
- In build quality, the C61 has a plastic back, while the Redmi 12 features a glass back, contributing to a more premium feel.
Side-by-side Specification Comparison
Realme C61
Xiaomi Redmi 12
General
Release Date
2024
2023, June 15
Announced
2024
2023, June 15
Description
Not to be confused with Realme C61 for India
N/A
Display
Size
6.74"
6.79"
Type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 450 nits (typ), 560 nits (HBM)
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 550 nits (peak)
Resolution
720 x 1600 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~260 ppi density)
1080 x 2460 pixels (~396 ppi density)
PPI
720
1080
Refresh Rate
90Hz
90Hz
Peak Brightness
N/A
N/A
HDR Support
✗
✗
Protection
N/A
N/A
Performance
Chipset
Unisoc Tiger T612 (12 nm)
Mediatek MT6769H Helio G88 (12 nm)
CPU
Octa-core (2x1.8 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPU
Mali-G57
Mali-G52 MC2
Memory
64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
128GB 2GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage
✗
✗
Card Slot
microSDXC (dedicated slot)
microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Camera
Main Camera
50 MP
50 MP
Main Camera Details
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), 1/2.5", PDAF0.08 MP, f/3.0 ,(auxiliary lens)
50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide)2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera
5 MP
8 MP
Front Camera Details
5 MP, f/2.2, 27mm (wide), 1/5.0", 1.12µm
8 MP, f/2.1, (wide)
Video Recording
1080p@30fps
1080p@30fps
Selfie Video
720p@30fps
1080p@30fps
OIS
✗
✗
Night Mode
✗
✗
RAW Support
✗
✗
Battery
Capacity
5000 mAh
5000 mAh
Battery Details
5000 mAh
Li-Po 5000 mAh
Charging Details
15W wired
18W wired, PD
Fast Charging
✗
✗
Wireless Charging
✗
✗
Build & Design
Dimensions
167.3 x 76.7 x 7.8 mm (6.59 x 3.02 x 0.31 in)
168.6 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm (6.64 x 3.00 x 0.32 in)
Weight
188 g
198.5 g
Materials
Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back
Glass front, plastic frame, glass back
Water Resistance
N/A
N/A
Colors
Sparkle Gold, Dark Green
Midnight Black, Sky Blue, Polar Silver, Moonstone Silver
Foldable
✗
✗
Connectivity
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Network
GSM / HSPA / LTE
GSM / HSPA / LTE
Network Speed
HSPA, LTE
HSPA, LTE
5G
✗
✗
4G
✓
✓
WiFi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.0, A2DP, LE
5.3, A2DP, LE
NFC
✗
✓
USB
USB Type-C
USB Type-C
IR Blaster
✗
✗
Headphone Jack
✓
✓
Radio
✗
✗
Positioning
GPS, GALILEO, GLONASS, BDS
GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
Software
Operating System
Android 14, Realme UI
Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS
OS Version
Android 14, Realme UI
Android 13, upgradable to Android 14, HyperOS
Security
Fingerprint
✓
✓
Face Unlock
✗
✗
Sensors
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers
✗
✗
Loudspeaker
Yes
Yes
Audio Jack
Yes
Yes