Tecno Camon 30 Pro vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Both phones target budget-conscious buyers with 5000mAh batteries and 120Hz AMOLED displays, but cater to different priorities. Camon 30 Pro features a superior Dimensity 8200 processor, brighter 1300-nit display, stronger IP64 protection, and 12GB RAM starting configuration, making it snappier for gaming and multitasking. Redmi Note 12 Pro+ compensates with a massive 200MP camera sensor and significantly faster 120W charging versus Camon's 70W, though its Dimensity 1080 feels dated and only ships with 8GB RAM. Display brightness heavily favors Tecno (1300 vs 900 nits), while battery capacity matches at 5000mAh. Camera-first users seeking megapixels should consider Redmi; those wanting overall performance and longevity should choose Camon 30 Pro. At $20 cheaper, Redmi offers value for charging speed enthusiasts, but Tecno's superior processor and RAM allocation provide better long-term usability.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Tecno Camon 30 Pro if…
- →Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
- →50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
- →70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment
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
Tecno Camon 30 Pro
Pros
- Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
- 50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
- 70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment
- Thin and lightweight design at 7.9 mm and 190 g
- 12 GB RAM handles multitasking smoothly
Cons
- No real ultrawide camera — the 2MP depth sensor is useless
- HiOS software is heavily skinned with bloatware
- IP64 splash resistance is minimal protection
- Limited brand presence means fewer accessories and service centers
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 | Tecno Camon 30 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (HiOS 14) | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 190 g | 210 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP64 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 162.9 x 74.9 x 7.9 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX890) | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor | 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 | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 70W wired | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | — | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2436 x 1080 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1300 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G610 MC6 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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