Samsung Galaxy S24+ vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Samsung Galaxy S24+ delivers flagship performance with its Exynos 2400 processor, stunning 6.7-inch AMOLED display (2600 nits peak brightness), and versatile camera system featuring a 50MP main sensor with 3x optical telephoto. Software receives guaranteed updates via One UI 6.1, while IP68 rating and premium materials justify the $999.99 price. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ offers exceptional value at $329, highlighting a massive 200MP camera, rapid 120W charging, and larger 5000mAh battery. However, it suffers from dated Android 12, dimmer 900-nit display, weaker MediaTek processor, and plastic build quality. Performance gap heavily favors Samsung in gaming, multitasking, and real-world speed. For users prioritizing longevity, display quality, and processing power, S24+ is the clear winner. Budget-conscious buyers willing to compromise software and performance should consider the Redmi Note 12 Pro+.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Samsung Galaxy S24+ if…
- →Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- →Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- →12 GB RAM standard
Buy the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ if…
- →200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- →120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- →OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
Samsung Galaxy S24+
Pros
- Upgraded QHD+ display with 2600-nit peak brightness
- Galaxy AI features like Circle to Search
- 12 GB RAM standard
- Strong battery life from 4900 mAh cell
- Seven years of software updates
Cons
- Exynos 2400 runs hotter than Snapdragon variants
- No telephoto improvement over S23+
- Heavier than the Pixel 8 Pro alternatives
- 45W charging unchanged
Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Pros
- 200 MP main sensor is a headline spec at this price
- 120W charging is exceptionally fast for the segment
- OIS on the main camera aids low-light stability
- 120Hz AMOLED display
- NFC included
Cons
- Dimensity 1080 is a mid-range chip, not flagship
- Heavy at 210 g
- No wireless charging
- 8 MP ultrawide is mediocre
- MIUI ads in some regions
Full Specifications
| Spec | Samsung Galaxy S24+ | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14, One UI 6.1 | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 196 g | 210 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus 2 | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP68 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 158.5 x 75.9 x 7.7 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps | 4K@30fps |
| Telephoto | 10 MP 3x optical | — |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 4900 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 45W wired | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | 15W | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.7 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | Dynamic AMOLED 2X LTPO | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 3120 x 1440 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 2600 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Deca-core (1x3.2 GHz + 2x2.9 GHz + 3x2.6 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Xclipse 940 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Exynos 2400 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 3.2 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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