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Redmi 9 vs Galaxy M12
Detailed specifications comparison between the Xiaomi Redmi 9 and the Samsung Galaxy M12.
| Release Date | June 2020 | April 30, 2021 |
| Operating System | Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 13, Android 10, upgradable to Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 11, One UI Core 3.1 |
| Display Size | 6.53 inches | 6.5 inches |
| Display Type | IPS LCD, 400 nits (typ) | PLS LCD, 90Hz |
| Resolution | 720 x 1600 pixels | 720 x 1600 pixels |
| Refresh Rate | 120Hz | 90Hz |
| Processor / Chipset | MediaTek Helio G80 | Exynos 850 |
| RAM | - | - |
| Internal Storage | - | - |
| Main Camera | 13 MP, f/2.2, 28mm (wide), 1/3.1", 1.12µm, PDAF | 48 MP, f/2.0, PDAF |
| Selfie Camera | 8 MP, f/2.0, 27mm (wide) | 13 MP / 8 MP |
| Battery Capacity | 5020 mAh | 6000 mAh |
| Charging Speed | 18W wired | 15W wired |
| 5G Support | ||
| NFC | ||
| 3.5mm Jack |
Key differences: Redmi 9 vs Galaxy M12
- Galaxy M12 has the bigger battery (6,000 mAh vs 5,020 mAh on the Redmi 9).
- Redmi 9 has the faster wired charging (18W vs 15W on the Galaxy M12).
- Redmi 9 has the higher refresh rate (120Hz vs 90Hz on the Galaxy M12).
- Redmi 9 has the lower reference price (115 USD vs 140 USD on the Galaxy M12).
- Galaxy M12 is the newer phone, released about 11 months later.
- Only the Galaxy M12 supports 5G.
Generated from manufacturer specifications. Prices are reference launch prices in USD and vary by market.