Xiaomi POCO X6 vs Redmi Note 12 Pro+
The Verdict
Both phones offer compelling mid-range value, but they excel in different areas. The POCO X6 ($279) features a sharper 2712 x 1220 AMOLED display with superior 1800 nits peak brightness compared to the Note 12 Pro+'s 900 nits, making outdoor visibility noticeably better. Its Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 processor outperforms the Dimensity 1080, delivering snappier performance for gaming and multitasking. The 67W charging reaches full battery faster than most competitors at this price. However, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ ($329) counters with a 200MP main camera sensor that captures significantly more detail than the POCO's 64MP, and its blistering 120W HyperCharge is industry-leading. The Note 12 Pro+ is also IP53 certified and heavier at 210g, suggesting a more robust build. Software matters too: the POCO runs Android 14 with HyperOS while the Note 12 Pro+ is stuck on Android 12 with MIUI 13, giving the POCO a meaningful longevity advantage. For photography enthusiasts and fast charging advocates, the Note 12 Pro+ justifies its $50 premium. But if you prioritize display quality, processing power, and fresher software, the POCO X6 delivers superior value and future-proofing.
Who Should Buy
Buy the Xiaomi POCO X6 if…
- →1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- →67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- →Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
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
Xiaomi POCO X6
Pros
- 1.5K resolution AMOLED display is sharper than typical FHD+
- 67W fast charging fills the battery in about 45 minutes
- Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 handles gaming and multitasking well
- OIS on main camera improves low-light and video stability
- Light and slim at 181 g with good in-hand feel
Cons
- Macro sensor adds minimal value to the camera system
- No wireless charging at any price variant
- Plastic frame doesn't feel as premium as metal alternatives
- Only IP54 splash resistance — not fully waterproof
- MIUI/HyperOS includes bloatware and ads
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 | Xiaomi POCO X6 | Redmi Note 12 Pro+ |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (MIUI 14 / HyperOS) | Android 12 (MIUI 13) |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 181 g | 210 g |
| Material | Plastic frame, glass front and back | Plastic back, aluminum frame |
| IP rating | IP54 | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 161.2 x 74.3 x 7.98 mm | 162.9 x 76.0 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 64 MP, f/1.79, PDAF, OIS | 200 MP, f/1.65, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.4 | 16 MP, f/2.4 |
| Macro | 2 MP, f/2.4 | — |
| Video | 4K@30fps | 4K@30fps |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2, 120-degree |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB / 12 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5100 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 67W wired (Turbo Charge) | 120W HyperCharge wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.67 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2712 x 1220 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 120Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 1800 | 900 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz + 4x1.95 GHz) | Octa-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 710 | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.2 | 5.2 |
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