Redmi 12 5G vs Oppo A58 vs Galaxy M14 – the sub- ₹15,000 phone battle

• The sub-₹15,000 segment is highly competitive and there are several options to choose from.
  
• This segment includes devices like the Redmi 12 5G, the Oppo A58 and the Galaxy M14.
  
• In this post, we compare the three devices to help you decide which device you should buy.
  

The sub-₹15,000 segment is one of the most popular segments in the Indian smartphone industry and due to this, it is highly competitive with each smartphone maker regularly launching devices.

While increased competition is good for customers, sometimes it also makes it a bit difficult to select which device to purchase. In this segment, you can consider devices like the Redmi 12 5G, the Oppo A58 and the Samsung Galaxy M14.

To help you make the right purchase, we compare the Redmi 12 5G, the Oppo A58 and the Galaxy M14 smartphones.

Price

The Redmi 12 5G is the most affordable offering among the three, with a starting price of ₹11,999 for the 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant, ₹13,499 for the 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant and ₹15,499 for the top-end 8GB RAM + 256GB internal storage variant.

The Oppo A58 on the other hand is available in a single variant, a 6GB RAM + 128GB internal storage option for ₹14,999.

Coming to the Samsung Galaxy M14, it is available in two variants – a 4GB RAM + 128GB storage variant for ₹13,490 and a 6GB RAM + 128GB storage variant for ₹14,990.

Design

Coming to the design, all three smartphones feature a plastic back, which is expected at this price point.

The Redmi 12 5G features three cut-outs at the back for the cameras and the LED flash. The device is available in three colour options and comes with a shiny back. Apart from the cameras, you also get the Redmi branding at the bottom.

The Oppo A58 on the other hand features two large cut-outs for the camera and comes with a “glowing-silk” design from the company. Apart from the cameras, it features the tag “Innovative AI Camera” and the Oppo branding at the back. It is available in two colour options.

Coming to the Galaxy M14, the device features a minimalistic design with a matte finish. The device is available in three colour options and comes with four cut-outs – three for the cameras and one for the LED flash. The smartphone features Samsung branding at the bottom.

Display

Whether you are a gamer or someone who watches a lot of movies and shows, it is important to have a good display.

The Redmi 12 5G features a 6.79-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 550 nits peak brightness and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.

The Oppo A58 comes with a slightly smaller 6.72-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a 60Hz refresh rate and 680 nits of peak brightness.

Coming to the Galaxy M14, the smartphone features a smaller 6.6-inch Full HD+ LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate and Corning Gorilla Glass 5 protection.

Each device has its share of pros and cons. While the Redmi 12 5G offers a 90Hz display with Gorilla Glass 3 protection, it lags behind the Galaxy M14 which features the stronger Gorilla Glass 5.

The Oppo A58 lags behind the other two as it comes with a 60Hz display and lacks display protection. However, it offers the highest peak brightness among the three.

While the Galaxy M14 offers a 90Hz refresh rate and Gorilla Glass 5, its water drop notch will remind you of older phones.

Performance

Coming to the performance, the Redmi 12 5G, the Oppo A58 and the Galaxy M14 are all powered by different chipsets.

While the Redmi 12 5G is equipped with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset, the Oppo A58 features the MediaTek Helio G88 chipset and the Galaxy M14 features Samsung’s Exynos 1330 chipset.

Among the three, the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 chipset offers the best performance and battery life, followed by the Exynos 1330 and the Helio G88 in third place.

Camera

In terms of optics, the Redmi 14 5G features a dual camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it features an 8MP selfie camera.

The Oppo A58 offers a similar dual camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, the device sports an 8MP selfie camera.

The Samsung Galaxy M14 offers a triple camera setup at the back consisting of a 50MP primary camera, a 2MP depth sensor and a 2MP macro sensor. On the front, the device comes with a 13MP selfie camera.

Battery

Battery is another important aspect to consider when you are purchasing a smartphone.

The Redmi 12 5G is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and comes with 18W charging support.

The Oppo A58 beats the Redmi 12 5G with its 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support, allowing you to quickly charge your device.

Samsung comes out ahead of the two with its large 6,000mAh battery with 25W charging support.

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