Today, Redmi also introduced the base model of the series, labeled Redmi Note 12 5G, at its press conference. It also features an OLED display, but also a new processor from Qualcomm.
Redmi Note 12 5G: Here are the technical specifications
The Redmi Note 12 5G smartphone differs slightly from its more expensive siblings. It measures 165.88 x 76.21 x 7.98 mm and weighs 188 grams. On the front, there’s an OLED display with a 6.67″ diagonal and a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. Brightness goes up to 1200 nits, contrast 4500000 : 1 and a high refresh rate up to 120 Hz.
Performance is handled by an eight-core processor of the new generation from Qualcomm. Specifically, it’s the mid-range model Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, built on a 6 nm manufacturing process and supporting fast 5G connectivity. The chip is complemented by an Adreno 619 graphics unit, 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM, and up to 256 GB of internal UFS 2.2 storage (depending on the configuration).
On the mobile photography side, there’s a main 48 MPx camera sensor, complemented by a 2 MPx depth sensor (f/2.4). In addition, the front camera has 8 MPx and is housed in a cutout in the display, at the top part of the screen. The smartphone supports 1080p video recording at 30 fps. The software is complemented by the MIUI 13. graphics overlay.
Other equipment includes a 3.5 mm audio jack, Wi-Fi 2.4 GHz / 5 GHz, Bluetooth 5.1, a side-integrated fingerprint reader, as well as a 5000 mAh. battery.
It supports fast 33 W wired charging, and the compatible charger from Xiaomi will be included in the package.
Price and availability of the new smartphone
Redmi Note 12 5G starts selling on the Chinese market today. It will be available in white, blue, and black. At the moment, we don’t have any further information about international availability. These are the official Chinese retail prices converted into your currency, in the different configurations:
- 4 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage for just 1199 Chinese yuan (approx. 165 €)
- 6 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage for just 1299 Chinese yuan (approx. 178 €)
- 8 GB RAM + 128 GB internal storage for just 1399 Chinese yuan (intro offer only for 192 €)
- 8 GB RAM + 256 GB internal storage for just 1599 Chinese yuan (intro offer only for 220 €)
What do you think of the new smartphone series from Redmi, the daughter brand? If you have any more questions about the Redmi Note 12 5G, feel free to write them below in the discussion under the article. Also follow our Facebook group: Xiaomi Planet – A place for true Xiaomi fans and also our Xiaomi Planet portal to learn more.
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