Redmi recently announced the new successor to the Redmi Note series lineup, called the Redmi Note 12 series. The phone succeeds the Redmi Note 11 series announced last year, with not three but four new devices. This year, the Redmi Note 12 series lineup comes with a vanilla Redmi Note 12, a more powerful Redmi Note 12 Pro, a premium Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus, and along with a special Redmi Note 12 Explorer Edition. The increase in the number of devices could make things a bit confusing for our readers, so we decided to compare the old Redmi Note 11 series with the new models launched this year. We have already compared the Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi Note 11, Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Redmi Note 11 Pro, as well as all the new models in the series.

In today’s article, let’s take a closer look at how the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ compares against the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ model from 2021. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is very similar to the non-Plus sibling except for the humongous 200MP primary camera on board and a superfast 120W charging. When compared to its predecessor, the phone brings a better camera as well as an under display camera.

There are a few more minor differences which we’ll take a look at in this Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 11 Pro+ comparison.

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Redmi Note 11 Pro+

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+

 Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+
DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHT162.9 x 76 x 9mm,
208 g		163.7 x 76.2 x 8.3 mm,
204 g
DISPLAY6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels (Full HD+), OLED, 120Hz6.67 inches, 1080 x 2400p (Full HD+), AMOLED, 120Hz
PROCESSORMediatek Dimensity 1080, octa-core 2.6 GHzMediaTek Dimensity 920, octa-core 2.5GHz
MEMORY8 GB RAM, 256 GB – 12 GB RAM, 256 GB | No SD Card slot6 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 128 GB – 8 GB RAM, 256 GB | SD Card Slot – YES
SOFTWAREAndroid 12, MIUI 13Android 11, MIUI 12.5
CONNECTIVITYWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Bluetooth 5.2, GPSWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax, Bluetooth 5.2, GPS
CAMERATriple 200 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.7 + f/1.9 + f/2.4
16 MP front camera		Triple 108 + 8 + 2 MP, f/1.9 + f/1.9 + f/2.4
16 MP front camera
BATTERY5000 mAh, fast charging 120W4500 mAh, fast charging 120W
ADDITIONAL FEATURES5G, dual SIM, IP53 dust and splash resistant, fingerprint(under display), stereo speakers5G, dual SIM, IP53 dust and splash resistant, fingerprint(side-mounted), stereo speakers

Design

The design on both the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ are identical to its non Plus siblings.

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ clears up the clutter at the back as compared to its predecessors with just three cameras. So there no additional design elements contributing to the clutter at the rear. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ featured a complex array of sensors on its back housed in its rectangular camera module. Similar to how we’ve mentioned for all the new Redmi Note 12 series models, the design on the Pro+ looks a lot more refined and premium this year.

The dimensions of the he Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is similar to its non-Plus sibling. But the major difference here is the thickness. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is significantly thicker than its predecessor, with a 9mm body. It’s also pretty heavy at 208 grams.

Like all the models in the Redmi Note series lineup over the past couple of years, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is also IP53 certified. So you don’t have to worry about dust or water splashes ruining your smartphone. The new Pro+ model comes in Black, Blue White, and a special Trend color edition while the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ came in Mysterious Black, Forest Green, Timeless Purple color options.

Display

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ model features an identical display to its non-Plus sibling. So it comes with a 6.67-inch OLED panel featuring 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 900 nits HBM brightness. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ model came with a same sized 6.67-inch AMOLED panel featuring 2400 x 1080p resolution and 120Hz refresh rate. The older model had a brighter display panel at 1200 nits when compared to the new Note 12 Pro+.

Specs & Software

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ features a more powerful MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor which is clocked at 2.6GHz. To recall, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ had the the Dimensity 920 processor inside clocked at 2.5GHz. Both these processors can support 5G networks and should offer pretty good performance for its price segment.

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ also upgrades the memory configuration. This year, it comes in only two variants, an 8GB model with 256GB ROM and a top-end 12GB + 256GB option. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ came in multiple options, including a basic 6GB RAM and 128GB of ROM. The older Redmi Note 11 Pro+ maxes out at 8GB RAM in terms of configuration.

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ also comes with the latest Android 12 OS out of the box with MIUI 13 on board. The Redmi Note 11 Pro+ featured the Android 11 based MIUI 12.5 on top.

Camera

The Redmi Note 12 Pro came with a downgraded 50MP sensor as compared to the 108MP sensor found on its predecessor. But with the Pro+ model, Redmi decided to take things up a notch by using a massive 200MP primary camera with f/1.7 aperture. The remaining two cameras are the same as its predecessor, which includes an 8MP f/1.9 ultra-wide shooter, and a 2MP macro shooter.

In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ model had a 108MP sensor with f/1.9 aperture lens.

On the front, Redmi has not given any upgrades to the new model. So both the phones have the same 16MP camera for selfies and video calls.

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Battery

The battery department on the new Pro+ model gets a capacity upgrade. Unlike the 4500mAh capacity one found on the Redmi Note 11 Pro+, the new Redmi Note 12 Pro+ comes with a 5000mAh battery. The charging speed remains the same as before, 120W, but its good to see an upgrade in the battery capacity.

Price

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ model is available in the Chinese market with an official starting price tag of around €300 or $300. But retailers like Giztop have already listed the device for around $350. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 Pro+ currently retails for around $320 globally.

Considering the price difference, which one would you pick?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+: PROs and CONs

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+

PROs

  • Larger Battery
  • 12GB RAM option added
  • Cleaner Design
  • Latest Android version
  • Faster Processor
  • Better Primary Camera

CONS

  • Heavier & Thicker

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11 Pro+

PRO

  • Thinner
  • Cheaper Price (current price)
  • MicroSD Card slot

CONS

  • Cluttered Rear Design

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