Recently, Poco X6 Neo was released in India. It is the most affordable model in the X6 series with a starting price of ₹15,999.

The device is almost identical to Redmi Note 13 with one notable difference. This single change and the online-only availability make it cheaper than Redmi’s ₹17,999 starting price.

So the question arises which one should you opt for? We try to answer this in this post.

How is Poco X6 Neo different from Redmi Note 13?

The Poco X6 Neo features a downgraded camera system. It has only two rear cameras instead of three, unlike the Redmi Note 13.

The missing camera on it is the useful 8MP ultrawide unit. While the remaining three cameras are the same, which are a 108MP primary sensor with 3x in-sensor zoom support. a 2MP depth sensor, and a 16MP front-facing snapper.

Additionally, the base variant of the Poco phone arrives with 8GB RAM as compared to 6GB RAM on the Redmi handset.

 Here’s how much these products cost.

• Poco X6 Neo
  • 8GB + 128GB – ₹15,999
  • 12GB + 256GB – ₹17,999
• Redmi Note 13
  • 6GB + 128GB – ₹17,999
  • 8GB + 256GB – ₹19,999
  • 12GB + 512GB – ₹21,999

Should you buy Poco X6 Neo or Redmi Note 13?

If you use ultrawide camera on a regular basis, Redmi Note 13 is the pick for you as this camera is not available on Poco X6 Neo.

Otherwise, Poco X6 Neo is a better option as all other features are identical on the two smartphones. Most importantly, it is ₹2,000 cheaper.

However, there’s one caveat. The X6 Neo like other Poco products is sold exclusively via Flipkart. Thus, financing options are limited as well.

On the other hand, Redmi Note 13 is a multi-channel device. It can be purchased from Amazon, Mi.com, Xiaomi Home stores, and retail stores across India. Therefore, you get lots of financing options to choose from if you cannot afford the phone upfront.

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The Redmi Note 12 4G was unveiled in India at the end of March. It has been on sale in the country since early April.

Over the months, the device received two price cuts. This brought down its price by ₹2,000.

Now, the phone is available at the lowest price ever, courtesy of yet another price drop.

Redmi Note 12 4G gets third price drop in India

The Redmi Note 12 4G now starts at ₹11,999 for the base 6GB + 64GB variant. On the other hand, the higher 6GB + 128GB variant retails at ₹13,999.

The new prices are live across all channels and retailers. The phone can be availed in either Ice Blue, Lunar Black, or Sunrise Gold color options.

Buyers can get an optional ₹1,500 discount via transaction through select credit cards, which vary across retailers.

It is worth noting that the handset was available at this price during the Diwali festive sale period. However, that was a discount offered by the brand and this is a price cut.

Originally, the Redmi Note 12 4G was released at ₹14,999 and ₹16,999 for 6GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB memory configurations, respectively. It received a ₹1,000 price drop in July, followed by another ₹1,000 price reduction in August.

Redmi Note 12 4G Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 4G is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 SoC. The chipset is paired with LPDDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage.

It was launched with MIUI 14 based on Android 13 and is eligible for the HyperOS update based on Android 14.

The smartphone flaunts a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole AMOLED display. The screen offers a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels, a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 1200 nits peak brightness level.

It sports a triple camera system on the rear comprising a 50MP Samsung JN1 primary sensor, an 8MP ultrawide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. On the front, it has a 13MP selfie camera.

The device lacks dual stereo speakers but comes with a 3.5mm headphone jack, a dedicated MicroSD card slot, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. 

Lastly, it is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W charging.

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Xiaomi‘s new HyperOS update is coming soon to the Redmi Note 12 4G model. This was confirmed by GSMChina, which found the HyperOS test build for the Redmi Note 12 4G/4G NFC model.

According to the source, the internal HyperOS builds for the Redmi Note 12 4G/4G NFC model have firmware version OS1.0.1.0.UMTMIXM and OS1.0.1.0.UMGMIXM. Xiaomi Inc. has added the update changelog to its internal test server.

This indicates that the new operating system 1.0 update will be released for Redmi Note 12 models soon. This will be the first major Android update for the smartphone since its launch, and could make it the first Redmi device to receive the new OS globally. As expected, HyperOS will be based on Android 14. 

The update is expected to start rolling out in mid-December, first to HyperOS Pilot Testers. If you want to get the update early, you can apply to be a HyperOS Pilot Tester program here. For Xiaomi or Redmi smartphones with an Indian ROM, use this link.

To recap, the Note 12 4G is powered by the Snapdragon 685 processor. It features a 6.67-inch Full HD OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels and 120Hz refresh rate. The screen has a peak brightness of 1200 nits, and is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 3 on the front. 

In terms of camera capabilities, the Redmi Note 12 4G has a 50 MP main camera, an 8 MP wide-angle camera, a 2MP macro camera, and a 13MP selfie camera. Fueling the device is a 5000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging.

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Last week, Xiaomi unveiled HyperOS at the Xiaomi 14 series launch event. The company is following in the footsteps of Huawei by bringing all of its software under a single branding.

Thus, smartphones and tablets eligible for MIUI 15 will now receive HyperOS instead. Over the last few days, HyperOS builds for eligible devices started appearing on Xiaomi servers.

Today, the builds for Redmi Note 12 were spotted. Let’s go through the details.

According to Xiaomiui, the initial HyperOS builds for the Redmi Note 12 is live on Xiaomi servers. The update is available for both the regular and NFC variants of the handset.

Currently, the software release is live for the Global, India, and EEA regional versions of the phone. They carry the following build numbers.

• Redmi Note 12
  • Global – OS1.0.0.13.UMTMIXM
  • India – OS1.0.0.3.UMTINXM
• Redmi Note 12 NFC
  • Global – OS1.0.0.7.UMGMIXM
  • EEA – OS1.0.0.2.UMGEUXM

These software builds will be initially made available for beta testers. Following that, depending on the stability, they will be rolled out to the general public or a new build will be released with fixes.

The HyperOS global rollout is said to begin in the first quarter of 2023. So the update for Redmi Note 12 is months away from the public rollout.

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Redmi Note smartphones are very popular with consumers. This is shown by the fact that over 338 million Redmi Note smartphones have been sold worldwide as of September 2023. Despite reports of relatively low demand this year, one Note series smartphone has apparently done exceptionally well— the Redmi Note 12 5G. As per the company, it has become the fastest Android smartphone to cross one million shipments in 2023.

Redmi Note 12 5G impresses with its affordable price tag

The announcement was made earlier today by Xiaomi’s official X handle. “We’re thrilled to share that the #RedmiNote12 5G has set a blazing record as the fastest Android smartphone to surpass 1 Million shipments in 2023,” said the company. This data is for shipments from January to July 2023.

Budget Redmi smartphones have always performed well in the global market. The Redmi Note 12 5G in question is a well-rounded smartphone under $250. We reviewed it earlier this year and were impressed with its impressive 120Hz AMOLED display, a new chipset, and 5G connectivity. The handset also had a decent battery life but the camera performance was notably underwhelming, especially in low light.

To be more specific, the Redmi Note 12 5G brings a 6.67-inch AMOLED display that has an FHD+ resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits of peak brightness, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. It is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip under the hood and packs a large 5,000mAh battery. There’s a triple camera setup on the handset, comprising a 48MP primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens, and another 2MP shooter.

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The Redmi Note 12 5G made its debut in India in January alongside the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G. The device was later followed by the 4G-only Redmi Note 12 in late March as the most affordable model in the lineup.

Almost six months after its release, the cheaper Redmi Note 12 received a price cut in the country recently. The product is now also available on yet another online retailer, in addition to the original two.

Xiaomi India has silently reduced the price of Redmi Note 12 by ₹2,000. Thus, the phone’s 6GB + 64GB and 6GB + 128GB variants now retail at ₹12,999 and ₹14,999, respectively.

In addition to dropping the price, Xiaomi has also made the Redmi Note 12 available via Amazon. Originally, in the online space, the device was sold only via Mi.com and Flipkart.

Buyers can pick up the handset in either Ice Blue, Lunar Black, or Sunrise Gold color options. They can even avail of a ₹1,000 discount on transactions through credit cards issued by select banks.

As far as specs are concerned, the Redmi Note 12 arrives with a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chip, a 50MP rear camera, a 13MP selfie camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W charging support.

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Giztop is giving a huge discount on Redmi Note 12 Turbo smartphone. The phone which generally retails for $349 is now available at a discounted price of $299 only.

Redmi Note 12 Turbo features a 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED display that supports 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate. The phone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Octa-core processor and comes with 8GB/12GB/16GB LPDDR5 X RAM and 256GB/512GB/1T UFS 3.1 storage. 

The phone features a triple rear camera setup with a 64MP primary camera and an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. 

Redmi Note 12 Turbo is fueled by a 5000mAh battery and supports a 67W fast flash charge. Other interesting features include the NFC function, Infrared sensors, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.2, under-display fingerprint sensor, JBL stereo dual speakers, etc. 

You can now buy the Redmi Note 12 Turbo for a starting price of $299 only on Giztop. Please note that the phone is available in Black, Blue, and White color variants. This price is applicable to the base variant only.

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Giztop is giving a $50 Coupon for Redmi Note 12 Turbo Harry Potter edition. The smartphone which is the world’s first Harry Potter-themed phone comes with a retail price tag of $599. However, by using the coupon code: MHP50, you can buy the phone for $549 only on Giztop. Please note that this is a limited-time and limited-stock offer. 

Redmi Note 12 Turbo Harry Potter edition comes with customized Harry Potter design elements. The phone features classic Harry Potter elements on the rear like lightning scars, golden snitches, and the iconic Hogwarts logo. Also, two of the phone’s back cameras are designed to resemble Harry Potter’s glasses. The smartphone is a dream come true for every Harry Potter fan as it features minute details and elements from the novel and movies. 

As for specs, the Harry Potter edition phone comes with a 6.67-inch OLED display and supports 1,000 nits peak brightness, 100 percent DCI-P3 color gamut, 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+. The phone is powered by the latest Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 Octa-core processor and comes with 12GB LPDDR5 RAM and  256GB UFS 3.1 internal storage. 

There is a triple camera set up at the back with a  64MP OIS-supported main camera and an 8MP ultra-wide-angle and 2MP macro unit secondary sensors. In the front, you have a 16MP camera for your selfies and video calls. 

Redmi Note 12 Turbo Harry Potter edition is fueled by a 5000mAh battery and supports 67W fast charging. It runs on the latest Android 13 OS-based MIUI 14. Other interesting features include the NFC function, Infrared sensors, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.2, under-display fingerprint sensor, JBL stereo dual speakers, etc. 

The smartphone comes with a  Protective case, Hogwarts admission notice, and a special 9¾ card pin which will satisfy every Potterhead. You can now buy Redmi Note 12 Turbo Harry Potter edition for a discounted price of $549 only on Giztop. This limited edition phone is a perfect gift for every Harry Potter fan across the world.  

For more information on such exciting deals and offers, check out our deals hub.

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Last week, Xiaomi debuted the 4G variant of the Redmi Note 12 in Europe. Today, the company has launched this smartphone in India.

The 4G-only Redmi Note 12 shares most of its features with its 5G counterpart. The only major differences between the two are their chipsets and primary cameras.

Let’s take a detailed look at this handset along with its pricing and availability in India.

Redmi Note 12 4G Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 4G is built around a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+) and up to a 120Hz refresh rate. The panel supports up to a 240Hz touch sampling rate, a 4,500,000:1 contrast ratio, and a 1,200 nits peak brightness level.

The device is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 chipset paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It boots MIUI 14 based on Android 13.

On the rear, the handset sports a triple camera system comprising a 50MP Samsung JN1 sensor, an 8MP ultrawide unit, and a 2MP macro snapper. Whereas, on the front, it has a 13MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

For comparison, the Redmi Note 12 5G houses a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip. Also, it comes with a 50MP main camera.

Further, the connectivity options on the Redmi Note 4G include dual SIM, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.0, GNSS, and USB Type-C. Unfortunately, the phone lacks dual stereo speakers but arrives with a 3.5mm headphone jack, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a dedicated MicroSD card slot.

Last but not least, the device draws energy from a 5,000mAh battery and carries support for 33W fast wired charging.

Redmi Note 12 4G Price and Availability in India

The Redmi Note 12 4G will retail at the following price tags in India.

• 6GB + 64GB – ₹14,999
• 6GB + 128GB – ₹16,999

Customers can get the smartphone in either Lunar Black, Frosted Ice Blue, or Sunrise Gold color options. For a limited time, buyers can avail of a ₹1,000 discount on ICICI Bank credit cards.

The phone will be available for purchase from 12 PM IST on April 6 via Mi.com, Amazon India, Mi Homes, and leading retail stores nationwide.

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Competition is heating up in the mid-range smartphone space in 2023 as today, Xiaomi has finally unveiled the company’s highly anticipated Redmi Note 12 Turbo in China today to challenge the OnePlus Ace 2V. Priced competitively against the OnePlus, Xiaomi even announced in the launch event that the company is waging a price war against its competitors in China for 2023.

The announcement comes from Xiaomi Group President and Redmi brand General Manager, Lu Weibing at the launch event in China today. The translated version of the “price war declaration” by the Xiaomi Group President was that “If it’s a war you want, then let the smartphone price wars begin.” Xiaomi welcomes its competitors in China, to undercut its Redmi Note 12 Turbo with better performance at more affordable prices. The brand believes that healthy competition is needed to advance smartphone innovation in the industry.

The Redmi Note 12 Turbo and OnePlus Ace 2V are expected to be announced as the Poco F5 and OnePlus Nord 3 for global markets respectively, and the Xiaomi Group President also shared the table below highlighting their respective launch sale pricing in China.

At 2599 RMB (378 USD), the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is the world’s cheapest 1 TB smartphone you can buy, breaking the previous record holder, the Realme GT Neo 5 240W 1 TB, which costs buyers 3499 RMB (515 USD) at launch. The Redmi Note 12 Turbo will offer buyers cost savings of more than 25%, for those who are looking for a large 1 TB storage smartphone.

Launched today, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo packs the latest Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 chipset from Qualcomm, on par with the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC found in the Realme GT Neo 5 and better than the MediaTek Dimensity 9000 found on the OnePlus Ace 2V. It sports up to 16 GB LPDDR5x RAM and 1 TB UFS 3.1 storage. Xiaomi also fitted a 3725mm vapour cooling chamber in the device for better heat dissipation translating to better performance over a longer period of time.

The Redmi Note 12 Turbo also sports a triple camera setup that has a 64 MP main shooter with OIS, an 8 MP ultra-wide-angle sensor, and a 2 MP macro sensor. The smartphone draws its power from a 5,000mAh battery unit with support for 67W fast charging.

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Xiaomi is ready to announce its highly anticipated Redmi Note 12 Turbo series in China this week on March 28, as the mid-range Android smartphone market heats up in 2023. This time around, the smartphone brand is bold enough to claim that the upcoming affordable Redmi Note 12 Turbo will offer the “flagship smartphone experience” at a much lower price than its competitors.

Xiaomi Group President and Redmi General Manager, Lu Weibing, posted on his Chinese social media Weibo recently, announcing that the company is serious about bringing the flagship-level performance and smartphone experience to a wider and more price-conscious audience.

Alongside the announcement, the President also shared that the Redmi Note 12 Turbo series will bring much beloved features such as the 3.5mm headphone jack, the infrared IR sensor, multifunctional NFC support, and support for the latest Bluetooth 5.3. These user beloved features are typically omitted in flagships that cost almost 5 times as much as the price range that the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is competing. Other notable additions include Dolby Atmos certified stereo speakers and an X-axis linear vibration motor normally found on more expensive smartphones.

The Redmi Note 12 Turbo is also the world’s first smartphone to be equipped with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, which brings significant improvements to performance and power consumption compared to its predecessor the Snapdragon 7 Gen 1. In fact, the 7+ Gen 2 is comparable to the flagship Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 SoC launched last year.

And according to teasers revealed by the company, the front of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo sports a 6.67-inch OLED screen that supports a refresh rate of 120Hz and Full HD+ resolution. It also supports 68.7 billion colours, 100% of the DCI-P3 colour gamut, 1920Hz PWM dimming and HDR10+ certification. It is said that its screen-to-body ratio has reached 93.45%. The chin thickness of the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is 2.2mm, which is 0.2mm slimmer than the iPhone 14. The side frame thickness is 1.42mm and the top frame thickness is 1.95mm. There is also a small hole in the centre of the screen for the front selfie camera.

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Redmi has unveiled the Redmi Note 12 lineup in the global market along with the Redmi Note 12 5G, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ 5G. The Note 12 is the first-ever device to feature the Snapdragon 685 chipset. While the other phones in the series have 5G connectivity, the Note 12 is 4G-only device.

Redmi Note 12 specifications and features

The Redmi Note 12 4G features the same 6.67-inch AMOLED FHD+ 120Hz display that can be found on other devices in the series. The screen has a peak brightness of 1,200 nits, a DCI-P3 colour gamut, and a contrast ratio of 4,500:000:1. Under the hood, it features the Snapdragon 685, which is an overclocked version of the existing Snapdragon 680.

The Redmi Note 12 4G has arrived with 4 GB / 6 GB / 8 GB of LPDDR4x RAM and 128 GB / 256 GB of UFS 2.2 storage. For additional storage, the device is equipped with a microSD card slot. It runs on MIUI 14 based on Android 13.

The Note 12 houses a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging. On the front, it features an 8-megapixel camera. The back panel is fitted with a 48-megapixel primary camera, an 8-megapixel ultra-wide unit, and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. The power button, located on the right side of the device, is integrated with a fingerprint scanner.

Redmi Note 12 price and availability

The Redmi Note 12 4G’s base model with 4GB of RAM and 64GB of storage is priced at 199 euros. It can be bought in three colors: Onyx Gray, Ice Blue, and Mint Green. It will be launching in the Indian market on March 30.

The Redmi Note 12 5G, Note 12 Pro 5G, and Note 12 Pro+ 5G available in the global market are the same devices that have been released in the Indian market. These devices start at 299 euros, 399 euros, and 499 euros, respectively.

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Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 12 series in India in early January. The company introduced three models and all of them are 5G-enabled.

Now, weeks later, the firm has confirmed to debut a new phone in the lineup. This device is limited to 4G connectivity and it is officially called Redmi Note 12 (without 5G at the end).

The 4G variant of Redmi Note 12 is scheduled to launch in India on March 30. It will be one of the many new products debuting at the Xiaomi Fan Festival, which will run from March 30 to April 20.

The teaser page for the handset discloses its key features. The smartphone will look similar to its 5G counterpart, however, the specs will be nearly identical to those of the  Redmi Note 11.

The phone is said to come with a 120Hz Super AMOLED display. The screen is expected to offer FHD+ resolution and measure 6.67 inches in size. 

The device will be powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 SoC, which is nothing but an overclocked Snapdragon 680. It will flaunt a 50MP (wide) + 8MP (ultra-wide) + 2MP (macro) triple rear camera system and a 13MP selfie camera.

Last but not least, the handset will be backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W wired charging.

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Xiaomi-backed Redmi has confirmed that the company will be launching its new Redmi Note 12 Turbo smartphone in its home country on 28th March.

Now, ahead of its launch next week, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is available for reservation in China. The phone can be reserved by paying 1 yuan and when it’s purchased after the launch, the buyer will get goodies worth 198 yuan.

The teaser poster shared by the company reveals that the smartphone will feature a triple-camera setup on the back panel with a 64-megapixel primary sensor. There are volume rocker keys on the right side of the device, along with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The top edge of the phone has a microphone, an IR blaster, a speaker grille, and a 3.5mm audio jack. On the bottom side, there’s a speaker grille, a USB-C port, a microphone, and a SIM slot.

Coming to the specifications, the Redmi Note 12 Turbo is expected to feature a 6.67-inch flat OLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate and a Full HD+ screen resolution. Under the hood, the device will be powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7+ Gen 2 processor, making it the world’s first smartphone to come powered by this chipset.

As for the memory configuration, it packs up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256GB of UFS 3.1 internal storage. Along with the 64MP primary camera sensor on the back, there could also be an 8MP ultra-wide lens and a 2MP macro lens. On the front side, there will be a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling.

The smartphone is likely to run the Android 13 operating system out-of-the-box with the company’s own MIUI 14 custom user interface. It will be powered by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 67W fast charging.

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Redmi is gearing up to launch a slew of new entry-level and mid-range phones in the global market. It appears that the company may release the Redmi Note 12 series, Redmi 12C, and Redmi A2 around the MWC 2023 event, which is set to take place next week. A new leak by tipster Snoopy Tech has revealed the variants, prices, and color options of all these devices.

Redmi A2

A recent report revealed that the Redmi A2 will be priced at 97 euros in Germany, and come in black, blue, and green. As per the new leak, it appears that the device will cost 112 euros in some parts of Europe.

Redmi 12C

The tipster revealed that the Redmi 12C will arrive in three variants, such as 3 GB RAM + 32 GB storage, 3 GB RAM + 64 GB storage, and 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage. These models are likely to be priced at 149 euros, 179 euros, and 199 euros, respectively. It will come in Graphite, Green, Blue, and Purple.

Redmi Note 12

The leak suggests that the Redmi Note 12 will arrive in 4G and 5G versions. Both models will arrive with 4 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. Both smartphones will be offered in shades like Green, Gray, and Blue. The 4G model will be priced at 279 euros, whereas the 5G edition will cost 299 euros.

Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, Note 12 Pro+ 5G

The Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G will cost 399 euros and come with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage. The Note 12 Pro+ 5G, on the other hand, will come with 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of storage. It will be priced at 499 euros. Both phones will arrive in Black, White, and Blue shades.

Readers can visit this page to learn the specs of the Redmi A2. The specs of other devices (except the unannounced Note 12 4G) are already known since they have already been launched in China and India.

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Xiaomi India, has reached a new milestone with the recent launch of the Redmi Note 12 5G series of smartphones, which hit an all-time high in sales. The series, which went on sale on January 11 at 12 noon, sold INR 300 crore worth of devices across all platforms in less than a week. A future-proof performance marvel – the #SuperNote Redmi Note 12 5G series is loaded with a wide range of best-in-class and segment-first features designed to deliver an unrivaled experience to consumers across price points.

Commenting on the milestone, Mr. Anuj Sharma, Chief Marketing Officer, Xiaomi India said, “The launch of the Redmi Note 12 series is extremely important to us because with it, we have completed eight glorious years of the Redmi Note series in India. We have worked hard put the best To experience meaningful upgrades and radical products for our consumers in India, the #SuperNote series follows the same philosophy.

We are instinctively proud to see such a remarkable consumer response from our fans to these products. Ever since we announced that we were bringing the Redmi Note 12 5G series to India, the enthusiasm among our consumers has been high. In fact, our data shows that even before sales So far, the Redmi Note 12 series has received great attention from consumers, with 8 million searches. This major milestone is a testament to the boundless trust and love our consumers have in us. The response further reiterates that we have successfully delivered the Redmi Note 12 series Deliver a powerful experience to our consumers. We really started 2023 on a super ‘note’. “

Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G brings a breakthrough update that introduces the highest resolution of 200MP for smartphone cameras. It also comes with optical image stabilization for the first time on a Redmi Note in India. The device also features ALD (atomic layer deposition) ultra-low reflection The coating helps reduce reflections and flare and optimizes complex lighting scenarios, and it comes with 120W Hypercharge that can deliver up to 100 percent in an incredible 19 minutes.

The device is the perfect combination of fast charging speeds and a large battery with a big flagship Battery 4980mAh. It features a 120Hz PRO-AMOLED display with 1.07 billion colors for an immersive and lifelike multimedia experience with Dolby Atmos and visual support. Make sure it stands the test of time with incredible durability and timeless style Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G is here Featuring an impressive 3D curved design and metal camera trim. The device also features Corning Gorilla Glass 5 and is IP 53 rated.

Widely regarded as the sensor of choice for flagship smartphone cameras, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G features a 50MP Sony IMX766 camera sensor, enabling users to capture more light and produce sharper images with excellent detail in all lighting scenarios. It features 67W Turbo Charge technology for Just 15 minutes for a full day charge.

In addition, it comes with a large 5000mAh battery that allows users to play games and multitask for a long time. Redmi Note 12 Pro is the thinnest Note ever, the device offers a unique Stardust Purple design with 3.5mm jack and GG5 Display it with a new stylish camera decoration. This also has the same 120Hz Pro AMOLED as the pro for a superior viewing experience.

The Redmi Note 12 5G sports an incredible 48MP triple camera setup, and the Indian variant comes with a triple camera setup and adds the much-loved ultra-wide-angle camera. The device features a 6.67-inch 120Hz Super AMOLED display, one of the very few devices with a 120Hz display 5G support in this price segment. With the power-efficient 6nm process technology and first-generation Snapdragon® 4, users can enjoy all-day effortless multitasking and lag-free processing with the Redmi Note 12 5G. It comes with 33W fast charging and a massive 5000mAh battery, Fast charging is further enhanced.

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In October last year, Xiaomi launched the new Redmi Note 12 in the Chinese market. Now, the lineup finally went Global with the official launch in India. It is composed of three models: the vanilla Redmi Note 12, the Note 12 Pro, and the Note 12 Pro Plus. Regarding the vanilla version, there are a few slight differences from the Chinese one. Here is a comparison between the main specifications of the three variants.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus

Design

All of the variants from the new series come with more or less the same design, but there is a slight difference between the vanilla version and the other ones. We are talking about the screen to body ratio, higher on the Pro variants. Further, the Pro and the Pro Plus come with different and more beautiful color options. All the phones come with the IP53 certification thanks to which they are dust resistant and splash resistant.

Display

The Redmi Note 12 Pro and the Pro Plus have a different and better display if compared to the vanilla version (and they have the same panel). It is an OLED panel with one billion colors, a diagonal of 6.67 inches, a Full HD+ resolution, a 120 Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, and HDR10+ certification.

Specs & Software

If you are looking for the best performance, you can either choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro or the Pro Plus. They are both powered by the Dimensity 1080 chipset by MediaTek: a great midrange processor. It is a chipset built with a 6 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture composed of two Cortex A78 CPUs running at 2.6 GHz, six Cortex A55 CPUs running at 2 GHz, and a Mali G68 MC4 GPU. Further, they offer up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of native storage. The vanilla version is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 mobile platform, which is way inferior to the Dimensity 1080. Unfortunately, all the variants ship with Android 12 instead of Android 13, even though they hitten the shelves in 2023.

Camera

The Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is equipped with the best camera setup and it is the only device of the trio which can be considered a high-end camera phone. It has a 200 MP main sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide shooter, and a 2 MP macro camera, as well as a 16 MP front camera. The Pro variant has exactly the same secondary sensors, but the main camera is different: it is a 50 MP shooter with OIS. Instead, the vanilla version is the most disappointing because it comes with a 48 MP main sensor and without OIS.

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Battery

All of the variants from the Redmi Note 12 series come with the same battery capacity: 5000 mAh. But the charging speeds are different on each of these phones. The vanilla version supports 33W fast charging, the Pro supports 67W fast charging, and the Pro Plus goes up to 125W.

Price

The starting price of the Redmi Note 12 in India is Rs. 17,999, the Redmi Note 12 Pro starts from Rs. 24,999, and the Pro Plus begins at Rs. 29,999. Which one would you pick?

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• Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

PRO

• More affordable
• More memory configurations
• Thinner

CONS

• Inferior cameras

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro

PRO

• Original design
• Great display
• High-end chipset
• 67W fast charging
• OIS
• Quality price ratio
• Stereo speakers

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus

PRO

• Fastest charging
• Great display
• Stereo speakers
• High-end chipset
• Best camera

CONS

• Price

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On Jan. 5, Redmi unveiled the Redmi Note 12 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G in India. Today (Jan. 11), the company will carry out the first sale of the Note 12 lineup at 12 pm through different e-commerce sites. Here is a look at the price and launch offers for the Note 12 trio.

Redmi Note 12 5G series price, offers

The Redmi Note 12 5G will come in two options, such as 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 17,999 and 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 19,999. It can be purchased through Amazon India. It comes in three colours: Mystique Black, Matte Black and Frosted Green.

The Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G comes in three variants, such as 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 24,999, 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for Rs 26,999, and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for RS 27,999.

The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G has arrived in two configurations, such as 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for Rs 29,999 and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for Rs 32,999. The Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ can be purchased through Flipkart. The Pro models are available in shades like Obsidian Black, Arctic White, and Iceberg Blue.

All three phones are available through Mi.com, Mi Home, Mi Studio, and Mi Preferred partner stores. Buyers can either avail exchange offers or get a discount using an ICICI Bank credit card. The latter is a Rs 1,500 discount for Note 12 buyers and a Rs 3,000 discount for Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ customers. In addition, there is an additional exchange discount of Rs 1,000 for existing Xiaomi / Mi and Redmi smartphones.

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Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the Redmi Note 12 series in India on January 5. The company has been teasing these phones for the last few weeks. There will be three devices, namely Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

As per teasers and leaks, these three handsets are expected to be the same as the Chinese models. However, the latest teasers for the vanilla model suggest that it may differ slightly.

According to the official renders shared by Xiaomi India, the regular Redmi Note 12 heading to the country will be a bit different from the original model sold in China.

As per the images, the global version of the Redmi Note 12 will sport a triple camera setup. For the unaware, the Chinese model comes with a dual-camera system.

Xiaomi India has confirmed that the main camera on the smartphone will be 48MP, which is the same as that of the original device. Unfortunately, the company is yet to reveal anything about the remaining two cameras.

Since the Chinese variant comes with a 2MP depth sensor, the global version could also feature it along with an additional 2MP macro snapper. We don’t think Xiaomi will include an ultra-wide unit on the global variant. Else, the brand would have teased it.

Either way, the remaining specs are expected to be similar. The Redmi Note 12 global variant is said to arrive with a 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset, 8MP selfie camera, side-mounted fingerprint sensor, MIUI 13 based on Android 12, 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast charging.

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Xiaomi-backed Redmi is all set to launch its latest Redmi Note 12 series smartphones in the Indian market on 5th January, which includes three devices — Redmi Note 12 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G.

Ahead of the official launch in the coming days, the company has started teasing some of the key features and specifications of the device, and this time, the company has revealed its camera details.

The teaser confirms that the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G smartphone will come with a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary camera sensor along with support for Optical Image Stabilization (OIS) in the triple-camera setup.

The company’s executives claim that the primary camera sensor of the smartphone will help “capture dynamic and appealing images through a perfect combination of software and hardware tools.” Xiaomi also claims that it will be one of the best in the segment when it comes to color reproduction.

Prior to this, the company already confirmed that the phone would come with an AMOLED display with support for a 120Hz refresh rate which can be reduced to as low as 30Hz, and it also comes with support for Dolby Atmos and Dolby Vision.

As the phone has already launched in the Chinese market, we know that the device packs. It features a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole OLED display with a Full HD+ screen resolution, a 120Hz refresh rate, a touch sampling rate of 240Hz, a peak brightness level of 900 nits, HDR10+, HDR10, and Dolby Vision support.

Under the hood, the device is powered by MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage, along with a cooling system made of graphene that is 2,000mm². It also has an x-axis linear vibration motor, dual stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm headphone connector, and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor.

The camera department has a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary sensor, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro lens. On the front side, there’s a 16MP snapper for taking selfies and video calling. It is powered by a 5,000mAh battery and has support for 67W fast charging.

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We will be entering the new year next week. Along with that, brands have confirmed to launch new smartphones.

Four companies are expected to debut handsets in the coming days. Two of them will unveil brand-new phones. Whereas, the remaining two will announce existing devices for India.

The brands that are anticipated to release smartphones are Tecno, Poco, OnePlus, and Redmi. Let’s take a look at these handsets one by one.

Upcoming Smartphones Next Week

Tecno Phantom X2

The Tecno Phantom X2 series was unveiled in early December. Now, the brand has confirmed to bring the vanilla X2 to India on January 2 with pre-orders starting on the same day, followed by sale on January 9.

The Phantom X2 sports a unique design. It comes with a 6.8-inch 10-bit FHD+ 120Hz curved AMOLED display and a MediaTek Dimensity 9000 chipset.

The device features a 64MP Samsung GWB primary camera, a 13MP ultra-wide camera with macro capability, a 32MP selfie camera, and a 5,160mAh battery. Last but not least, it carries support for 45W fast wired charging.

Poco C50

The Poco C50 is tipped to launch in India on January 3. As per reports, it will be a rebranded Redmi A1 Plus.

Hence, it will arrive with a 6.52-inch HD+ display (LCD), a MediaTek Helio A22 SoC, an 8MP rear camera, a 5MP selfie camera, and, a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery

On the software front, the handset will boot Android 12 Go Edition. Finally, it will have support for 10W charging.

OnePlus 11

The OnePlus 11 is scheduled to launch globally on February 7 in India. Ahead of that, the device will be going official in China on January 4.

Before the official announcement, the brand has revealed many features of the handset via teasers. At the same time, details about the product have also been leaked.

The phone is expected to come with a Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 chip, a 6.7-inch 120Hz QHD+ display, 50MP Sony IMX890 primary camera, a 32MP telephoto camera, Hasselblad image processing, IP54 rating, and a 5,000mAh battery.

It will boot Android 13 and will support 100W fast charging. Lastly, it will ship with the required charger, a USB cable, and a protective case.

Redmi Note 12 Series

The Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled in India on January 5. The three smartphones heading to the country are expected to be the same as the Chinese variants. They are officially called Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus.

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 comes with a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display, a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, a 48MP rear camera, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, a 5,000mAh battery, and 33W fast wired charging.

On the other hand, the Pro models feature a 6.67-inch 10-bit 120Hz OLED display with Dolby Vision support, a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC, dual stereo speakers, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The Pro arrives with 67W charging and a 50MP rear camera, while the Pro Plus comes with 120W charging and a 200MP main camera.

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Redmi has started teasing the Redmi Note 12 series in India. The company is expected to confirm the India launch date of the Note 12 lineup soon. A recent tweet by tipster Abhishek Yadav has revealed that it will be made official in the fourth week of this month (December).

According to the tipster, the Redmi Note 12 series will make its debut in India on Dec. 23. He added that since the information has surfaced through a new source, it may not be accurate.

The landing page of the RedmI Note 12 5G series is now live on Xiaomi India’s website. The teaser on the website suggests that the company may launch as many as three devices, like the Redmi Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+, which were announced in China in October.

Redmi Note 12 series specifications

The Redmi Note 12 series has a 6.67-inch OLED panel that offers a Full HD+ resolution and a 120Hz refresh rate. The Note 12 has an 8-megapixel front camera, whereas the Pro models feature a 16-megapixel selfie snapper.

The vanilla model has a 48-megapixel + 2-megapixel dual-camera system. The Pro model has a 50-megapixel main camera with OIS support, whereas the Pro+ features an OIS-assisted 200-megapixel primary camera. Both Pro models have an 8-megapixel ultra-wide camera and a 2-megapixel macro snapper on the back.

The Redmi Note 12 is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chip, whereas the Pro models have the Dimensity 1080 SoC. All three phones have LPDDR4X RAM, UFS 2.2 storage, and a 5,000mAh battery. The Note 12, 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ support 33W, 67W, and 120W fast charging, respectively. The Note 12 lineup runs on MIUI 13-based Android 12 and has a side-facing fingerprint scanner.

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The vanilla Redmi Note 12 debuted in China in October alongside the Note 12 Pro series smartphones. It is rumored that the handset will also launch in the global market, although no specific details have been released by the company yet. The Redmi Note 12 might, however, be launching in Malaysia soon as the handset has reportedly been certified by SIRIM. Here are the details.

Tipster Mukul Sharma has spotted the standard Redmi Note 12 5G on Malaysia’s SIRIM (Standard and Industrial Research Institute) certification site with model number 22111317G. The listing suggests the device may launch soon in the country. However, there’s no official word yet.

A previous report suggested the Redmi smartphone could launch in India as a Poco phone but with better specifications. We should learn more details about it in the coming days. In the meantime, let’s check out the specs of the Redmi Note 12.

Redmi Note 12 Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 flaunts a 6.67-inch Samsung AMOLED display with a centered punch-hole. It offers a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. There’s a 4500000:1 contrast ratio, 1200 nits peak brightness level, 4096-level dimming, and a DCI-P3 color gamut.

Under the hood, the phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset coupled with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It runs MIUI 13 based on Android 12, out of the box. For photography, there’s a dual rear camera system comprising a 48-megapixel primary camera and a 2-megapixel depth sensor. At the front, it sports an 8-megapixel sensor for selfies and video calls.

The smartphone comes with an IP53 rating, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Connectivity options on the device include dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, and USB Type-C. It packs a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

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Giztop is giving huge discounts on Redmi Note 12 Discovery edition. The phone which retails for $499 is now available at a discounted price of $399. Moreover by using the coupon code: N12D30 you can get an additional discount of $30. This means you can buy the phone for as low as $369.  Please note that the coupon expires on December 10, 2022. 

Redmi Note 12 Discovery edition features a 6.67-inch OLED display that supports a 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate.  The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 octa-core processor and comes with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. 

The highlight feature of the phone is the 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPX primary camera. You also have an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. 

Redmi Note 12 Discovery is fueled by a 4300mAh battery and supports 210W fast flash charge and PD 3.0. Other interesting features include the NFC function, Infrared port, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.2, under-display fingerprint sensor, etc. 

You can now buy the Redmi Note 12 Discovery edition for as low as $369 only on Giztop. This deal ends on December 10. So place your order before the coupon expires. 

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Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 12 series at the end of last month but there is already a lot of positive feedback about it. The vanilla version, Redmi Note 12, is one of the best devices of this year in terms of value for money. It brings a great display, decent performance, and long battery life to the market at a very affordable price, as well as 5G connectivity. But is it the most interesting value for money device in its price range? There is no better way to understand it than a comparison with the other best phones from other brands located in the same price range. One of them is definitely the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, also known in the global market as the OPPO Reno7 4G. Here, you can find a comparison between the main specifications of the Redmi Note 12 and the OPPO F21 Pro 4G which will help you to understand which phone fits your needs the most.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs OPPO F21 Pro

Design

The most beautiful and intriguing design belongs to the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, also known as the OPPO Reno7 4G in Europe. Its rear design is made of faux leather and the phone is more compact, thinner, and even lighter than the Redmi Note 12. On the front, it has a punch hole display with a hole placed in the upper left corner. The OPPO F21 Pro 4G is protected by the IPX4 certification making it splashproof, it has a very interesting RGB ring light around the rear camera which can be used as a notification LED, and it can also be customized. The Redmi Note 12 by Xiaomi is not an ugly phone, but it is bigger and chunkier than its rival, and it has a plastic body. But it comes with the IP53 certification making it dust resistant and splash resistant.

Display

The display of the Redmi Note 12 is superior to the one of the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, at least judging from the specs on the paper. It is an AMOLED panel with a wider diagonal of 6.67 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and a peak brightness of 1,200 nits. Despite having an AMOLED panel, the Redmi Note 12 has a side-mounted fingerprint reader, placed on the power key. It has a mono speaker and a 3.5 mm audio jack. With the OPPO F21 Pro 4G, you get an AMOLED display with a smaller diagonal of 6.43 inches, a Full HD Plus resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, a 90 Hz refresh rate, a peak brightness of 800 nits, and an in-display fingerprint reader. As you see, the brightness is lower and the refresh rate is too. Just like its rival, it has a mono speaker and a 3.5 mm audio jack.

Specs & Software

The Redmi Note 12 is one of the first phones powered by the new Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 mobile platform. It is a chipset built with a 6 nm production process and sporting an octa-core architecture composed of two Cortex A78 performance cores running at a max frequency of 2 GHz, six Cortex A55 efficiency cores running at 1.8 GHz, and an Adreno 619 GPU. It is better than the Snapdragon 680 chipset found on the OPPO F21 Pro, built at 6 nm and running at a max frequency of 2.4 GHz. Both phones feature up to 8 GB of RAM, but there is a difference when it comes to internal storage. The Redmi Note 12 goes up to 256 GB of storage, but it lacks a micro SD slot, while the OPPO F21 Pro 4G has 128 GB of native storage and it is expandable. Both phones run Android 12 out of the box but are customized by different user interfaces.

Camera

The OPPO F21 Pro 4G wins the camera comparison thanks to a better 64 MP main camera and a better 32 MP selfie snapper. The Redmi is disappointing with its 48 MP rear camera and 8 MP selfie shooter.

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Battery

The Redmi Note 12 wins the battery life comparison thanks to its bigger 5000 mAh battery (instead of just 4500 mAh). Both phones feature 33W fast charging.

Price

OPPO F21 Pro 4G starts from €280/$290, while the base variant of the Redmi Note 12 costs just $189/€182, but with half of the RAM. Which one would you pick?

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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs OPPO F21 Pro: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

PRO

• Better display
• Wider display
• Bigger battery
• IP53 certification
• Better chipset

CONS

• Inferior cameras

OPPO F21 Pro

PRO

• Better design
• More compact
• Superior camera
• Reverse charging
• IPX4 certification
• RGB LED ring

CONS

• Inferior display and chipset

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Poco may release a new smartphone in India very soon. The company is recruiting reviewers on social media.

The brand is yet to reveal anything about this phone. But thanks to the MIUI codebase, we can speculate on it.

Earlier this month, BIS certification suggested that the newly launched Redmi Note 12 could arrive as a Poco-branded smartphone in India. However, the brand’s Indian head denied this claim.

Now, days later, the India variant of this Poco device has been spotted in the MIUI codebase as well. The code clearly says that the device is codenamed ‘Sunstone’, which is the same as the Redmi Note 12 available in China.

Perhaps, like in usual Poco fashion, the Poco version of Redmi Note 12 could have slightly different specs. This is probably why the exec said that “something better” has been planned.

The Redmi Note 12 is already a good device for its asking price. The only major con we could think of is its cameras. The device has one usable 48MP main shooter, a 2MP depth sensor, and a lower 8MP front-facing snapper.

Therefore, we think that the Poco variant might have a better camera system while retaining the rest of the specs like Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, 6.67-inch FHD+ 120Hz AMOLED display, 5,000mAh battery, and more.

What are your thoughts on the upcoming Poco smartphone for India? Do let us know in the comment section below.

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Last month, Redmi debuted the Note 12 series smartphones in China. The series consists of the vanilla Redmi Note 12, the Redmi Note 12 Pro, and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+. Earlier this month, the Note 12 Pro+ 5G global variant appeared in the FCC database hinting at an upcoming worldwide launch. Now, tipster Mukul Sharma has shared the expected global launch timeline of the series.

According to a recent tweet by Sharma, serial production of the Redmi Note 12 series has begun in several Asian and European regions. The tipster adds that we can expect the devices to launch in these markets in December or early next year. We can expect these devices to launch with different monikers in some markets. For instance, a report claims that the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G will debut in India as Xiaomi 12i HyperCharge.

Redmi Note 12 Pro Series Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 Pro series smartphones come with a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole OLED display with a resolution of 2,400 x 1,080 pixels (FHD+), a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 240Hz, a 1920Hz PWM dimming, and a 16,000 level dimming. The 20:9 panel has a 5,000,000:1 contrast ratio, a 10-bit color depth, a peak brightness level of 900 nits, HDR10+, HDR10, and Dolby Vision support.

A MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage powers the phones. The 3,000mm2 VC cooling system found in the Pro Plus is larger than the 2,000mm2 graphene-based cooling system found in the standard Pro edition. Both devices offer a 5,000mAh battery with 67W and 120W fast charging for the Pro and Pro+ models, respectively.

For optics, the Pro has a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera with OIS. The Pro Plus, on the other hand, boasts a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPX main camera with 1/1.4-inch sensor size. The 8MP ultra-wide camera and 2MP macro camera on both devices, however, are identical. They both have 16MP front cameras.

Both devices have a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, an x-axis linear vibration motor, dual stereo speakers, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. Connectivity options include dual SIM, 5G, WiFi 6, GNSS, NFC, and USB Type-C.

Redmi Note 12 Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 features a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole Samsung AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a refresh rate of 120Hz, and a touch sampling rate of 240Hz. The panel has a contrast ratio of 4500000:1, a peak brightness level of 1200 nits, 4096-level dimming, and a DCI-P3 color gamut.

A Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 CPU, LPDDR4x RAM, and UFS 2.2 storage power the phone. It boots MIUI 13 on Android 12 by default. A 5,000mAh battery that supports 33W fast charging powers the gadget.

On the back, it has a dual camera setup with a 48MP main camera and a 2MP depth sensor. It sports an 8MP front-facing camera for taking selfies and making video calls.

The device has an IP53 dust and water resistance rating along with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It has USB Type-C, dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, and other connectivity options.

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Last week, Redmi held a launch event in China to unveil the Redmi Note 12 lineup. The company announced four smartphones, such as the Redmi Note 12 5G, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, and the Redmi Note 12 Explorer edition. In its first sale, the company sold over 350,000 units of the Note 12 series in just one minute.

The Redmi Note 12 5G comes with key features like a 6.67-inch OLED FHD+ 120Hz display, Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, 48-megapixel dual cameras, and a 5,000mAh battery. It is available in four options: 4 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,199 Yuan (~$164), 6 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,299 Yuan (~$178), 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,399 Yuan (~$191), and 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,599 Yuan (~$219).

The Redmi Note 12 Pro and Pro+ pack similar specs, such as a 6.67-inch OLED FHD+ 120Hz screen, a Dimensity 1080 chipset, and a 5,000mAh battery with 67W (Note 12 Pro) / 120W (Note 12 Pro+) charging. The Note 12 Pro has a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 main camera, while the Pro+ features a 200-megapixel Samsung HPX lens.

The Note 12 Pro also comes in four models: 6GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,699 Yuan (~$232), 8 GB RAM + 128 GB storage for 1,799 Yuan (~$246), 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 1,999 Yuan (~$273), and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,199 Yuan (~301). The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ comes in two choices: 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,099 Yuan (~$267) and 12 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,399 Yuan (~$328). The limited Redmi Note 12 Pro+ YIBO edition, which come with 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage for 2,599 Yuan (~$355), will be available for purchase from Nov. 11.

The Redmi Note 12 Explorer edition offers two major features, such as a 200-megapixel Samsung HPX camera and 210W charging. It comes in 8 GB RAM + 256 GB storage configuration only, which is priced at 2,399 Yuan (~$328).

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Xiaomi’s independent brand Redmi released the latest Redmi Note 12 series lineup in China recently. The lineup consists of multiple smartphones including the Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus, and Redmi Note 12 Explorer Edition. We have already taken a look at how these four models differ from each other in a dedicated comparison, but it’s time to check out how the individual models compare to their predecessors.

The Redmi Note 12 comes with a new Cortex A78 powered Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset as compared to the Cortex A76 powered Dimensity 810 chipset on the Redmi Note 11. The new model also shaves off a few grams off its weight and upgrades the display to a Samsung AMOLED panel instead of IPS LCD. But there are a bunch of changes too, which could be called as downgrades, especially in the camera department.

So let’s take a closer look at how the new Redmi vanilla model compares against its predecessor in this Redmi Note 12 vs Redmi Note 11 comparison.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 11

Design

The Redmi Note 11 5G launched last year featured a complex camera module at the back, despite featuring only two usable cameras. On the other hand, the new model revamps its camera module with a cleaner design featuring just two large cameras. Personally, we feel the new design looks a lot more refined and symmetric. The back looks a lot cleaner now, inline with the premium model designs that we’ve seen over the past few years.

In terms of dimensions, the Redmi Note 12 is thinner at 8mm vs 8.8mm on the Redmi Note 11 5G model. The new model also reduces the weight to 188 grams. However, the Note 12 is both taller and wider than the previous generation.

Both the models are IP53 certified, so they are dust and splash resistant. The Redmi Note 12 comes in Black, White, and Blue color options while the Redmi Note 11 came in Black, Blue, and Mint Green options.

Display

Display is one area where the Redmi Note 12 brings significant upgrades over its predecessor. The Note 12 model comes with a 6.67-inch Samsung AMOLED panel featuring 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 1200 nits peak brightness. In comparison, the older model featured a 6.6-inch IPS LCD panel with the same resolution and a lower 90Hz refresh rate.

This ensures that the Redmi Note 12 brings significantly better display experience over its predecessor and makes for a good reason for users to upgrade to the new model.

Specs & Software

The Redmi Note 12 features a decent entry-level Qualcomm chipset from the last generation: the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 with 5G support. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 featured the Dimensity 810 processor clocked at 2.4GHz. Both these chips are aimed at the budget market with 5G support, so don’t expect any significant difference in terms of performance.

Both the models start at 4GB RAM and 128GB of ROM and go up to 8GB and 256GB of ROM in China. Note that these are UFS 2.2 storage storages.

The Redmi Note 12 runs Android 12 out of the box with MIUI 13. In comparison, the Redmi Note 11 comes with an older Android 11 version with MIUI 12.5 on top.

Camera

The camera section is a bit confusing. After all, Redmi has removed the useful ultra-wide angle sensor on the new model, replacing it with a pretty useless depth sensor.

The Redmi Note 12 features a 48MP primary shooter and a 2MP depth shooter while the older model had a 50MP primary camera and an 8MP secondary ultra wide camera. Clearly, the presence of the UW sensor makes the Redmi Note 11 more versatile and useful than the camera module found on the new model. In fact, it is disappointing to see a 2022 smartphone missing out on an ultra-wide sensor.

Even the front camera gets a lower resolution 8MP shooter instead of 16MP on the Redmi Note 11, however, the aperture is wider at 2.0 on the new model.

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Battery

Both the model have the exact same battery configuration. The Redmi Note 12 and the Note 11 come with decent 5000mAh batteries on board with up to 33W fast charging.

Price

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 is available in the Chinese market with an official starting price tag of €170 or $170 but internationally it will be sold at a higher price tag. On the other hand, the older model retails for around $200 on global retailers like Giztop.

Considering the price difference, which one would you pick?

• Redmi Note 12 is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price
• Redmi Note 11 is available on Giztop for $209
• Redmi Note 12 Pro is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price
• Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price

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

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

PRO

• Thinner Design
• Upgraded AMOLED display with 120Hz
• Cleaner Design

CONS

• Inferior cameras

Xiaomi Redmi Note 11

PRO

• Better cameras
• Cheaper Price (current price)

CONS

• 90Hz IPS LCD panel

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Redmi Note 12 Explorer edition is now available on Giztop. The smartphone can be bought for $439 only.

Redmi Note 12 Explorer features a 6.67-inch FHD+ OLED display that supports 2400 x 1080p resolution, 120Hz refresh rate, and 240Hz touch sampling rate.  The phone is powered by the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 octa-core processor and comes with 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS 2.2 storage. 

The highlight feature of the phone is the 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPX primary camera. You also have an 8MP ultra-wide angle lens and a 2MP macro shooter. For your selfies, you have a 16MP sensor in the front. 

Redmi Note 12 Explorer is fueled by a 4300mAh battery and supports 210W fast flash charge and PD 3.0. Other interesting features include the NFC function, Infrared port, 3.5mm jack, Bluetooth 5.2, under-display fingerprint sensor, etc. 

You can now buy the latest Redmi Note 12 Explorer edition for $439 only on Giztop. 

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Xiaomi launched the new Redmi Note 12 Series in China with amazing specifications. It is composed of four variants: Redmi Note 12, Redmi Note 12 Pro, Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus, and Redmi Note 12 Explorer Edition, with the latter being just a Pro Plus with 210W fast charging. A lot of people do not know which one to choose after the announcement and this article is here to clear all of their doubts: here is a comparison between the Redmi Note 12, the Pro and the Pro Plus.

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus

Design

The best design in my opinion belongs to the Redmi Note 12 Pro, specifically in the pink color variant. But the vanilla version is actually thinner, so it is easier to use with one hand. All of these phones are not built with premium materials but they come with the good build quality and the IP53 certification making them dust resistant and splash resistant.

Display

The Pro and the Pro Plus variant are equipped with the same display, better than the one found on the vanilla version. it is an OLED panel able to show up to one billion colors with a diagonal of 6.67 inches, a 120 Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, and HDR10+ certification. Unlike the vanilla version, they come with an in-display fingerprint reader and stereo speakers.

Specs & Software

The Redmi Note 12 has an entry-level Qualcomm chipset from the last generation: the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. With the Pro and the Pro Plus variants, you get a high-end Dimensity 1080 mobile platform by Mediatek running at a max frequency of 2.6 GHz and paired with up to 12 GB of RAM and up to 256 GB of internal storage. All of the variants run Android 12 out of the box, customized with MIUI 13.

Camera

The best camera setup belongs to the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus: it is equipped with a triple rear camera including a main 200 MP sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide shooter, and a 2 MP macro lens, while on the front, there is a 16 MP camera. The Redmi Note 12 Pro takes the silver medal with a 50 MP main sensor with OIS and the same secondary sensors, as well as the same front camera. The vanilla version has a disappointing 48 MP main camera paired with a 2 MP depth sensor.

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Battery

All the variants of the Redmi Note 12 are equipped with the same battery capacity: 5000 mAh. Given that their components have more or less the same energy consumption, you should not expect big differences in terms of battery life. But there are important differences when it comes to the charging speeds: the Pro Plus variant supports 120W fast charging, the Pro one has 67W fast charging, and the vanilla version supports 33W fast charging.

Price

The vanilla Redmi Note 12 is available in the Chinese market with a starting price tag of €170 or $170 at the actual change, the Pro variant starts from €240 or $240, and the Pro Plus begins at €300 or $300. Which one would you pick?

• Redmi Note 12 is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price
• Redmi Note 12 Pro is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price
• Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is actually available on Giztop: click here to purchase it at the best price

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus: PRO and CONS

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12

PRO

• More affordable
• More memory configurations
• Thinner

CONS

• Inferior cameras

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro

PRO

• Original design
• Great display
• High-end chipset
• 67W fast charging
• OIS
• Quality price ratio
• Stereo speakers

CONS

• Nothing particular

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus

PRO

• Fastest charging
• Great display
• Stereo speakers
• High-end chipset
• Best camera

CONS

• Price

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At the Redmi Note 12 Pro series launch event in China, the brand also unveiled the vanilla Redmi Note 12. The announcement of this device came as a surprise as there were no teasers or leaks regarding it.

The base model looks identical to the Pro handsets. However, it comes with watered-down specs. Let’s take a detailed look at it along with pricing and availability.

Redmi Note 12 Specifications

The Redmi Note 12 is built around a 6.67-inch centered punch-hole Samsung AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels (FHD+), a 120Hz refresh rate, and a 240Hz touch sampling rate. The panel supports a 4500000:1 contrast ratio, 1200 nits peak brightness level, 4096-level dimming, and DCI-P3 color gamut.

The phone is powered by a Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 chipset paired with LPDDR4x RAM and UFS 2.2 storage. It boots MIUI 13 based on Android 12.

It houses a dual camera system on the rear comprising a 48MP primary snapper and a 2MP depth sensor. On the front, it has an 8MP shooter for selfies and video calls.

The IP53-rated smartphone arrives with a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack. It offers connectivity options, like dual SIM, 5G, dual-band WiFi, Bluetooth 5.1, GNSS, and USB Type-C.

Last but not least, the device is backed by a 5,000mAh battery with support for 33W fast charging.

Redmi Note 12 Price and Availability

The Redmi Note 12 will retail at the following price tags in China.

• 4GB + 128GB – ¥1,199 ($166)
• 6GB + 128GB – ¥1,299 ($179)
• 8GB + 128GB – ¥1,499 ($207)
• 8GB + 256GB – ¥1,699 ($235)

It will be available in black, white, and blue color options. The handset is already up for pre-order and will go on sale from 8 PM GMT+8 on October 31.

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Redmi finally confirmed today that the Note 12 series will be launched on October 27 in its home country, China. The lineup is expected to include four smartphones— Note 12, Note 12 Pro, Note 12 Pro+, and the Note 12 Pro Ultra. Now, just days ahead of the launch, some new information about the Pro phone, likely the Note 12 Pro+, has surfaced online. And the company itself has revealed some camera specifications of the device. Here are the details.

A leaked product banner shared by a Twitter user shows a Redmi Note 12 phone, likely the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ with a curved display. We can expect the panel to be AMOLED. Further, Redmi recently posted a teaser on its official Weibo handle, revealing the Redmi Note 12 Pro phones will come with a 50MP Sony IMX766 main sensor, with a 1/1.56″ outsole, and 2μm fusion large pixels. It will also have OIS (optical image stabilization).

The company says the Note 12 Pro will make use of Xiaomi’s self-developed imaging technology and will offer better image quality optimization, improved speed, as well as intent recognition. The handset is claimed to have better imaging styles and more advanced features.

The Redmi Note 12 series is said to feature an AMOLED display and support for a high refresh rate. The Pro phones in the series are expected to be powered by the Dimensity 1080 chipset. This processor has an octa-core CPU architecture design, including two Arm Cortex-A78 cores clocked at 2.6GHz, with Arm Mali-G68 GPU.

The Redmi Note 12 could support 67W charging, while the Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ may feature 120W and 210W fast charging, respectively. Rumors suggest the lineup will be released by Q1 2023 in the global market.

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Redmi recently confirmed that its Note 12 series of smartphones will be launching later this month in China. The brand has yet to reveal any information regarding the global launch of the Note 12 series.

Now, tipster Sudhanshu Ambhore has come out with information regarding the global launch. The tipster states that the Note 12 series will not launch globally till Q1 2023. This is in line with the brand’s status quo as the Redmi Note 11 was released in China in October of last year, and customers had to wait an additional three months for a global launch. Going by this assumption, we can expect the Note 12 global debut to take place in January or February.

The tipster also informs that the global Redmi 12 lineup will consist of entirely different phones from the Chinese models. This is quite disappointing since it will only lead to more confusion like the Note 11 series, which ended up having way too many models in the lineup.

The Redmi Note 12 lineup appears to include wholly distinct phones from the Chinese version, just like with the Redmi Note 11 series. That probably entails various SoC options, some design modifications, and possibly different camera hardware. Last but not least, while the Redmi Note 12 lineup in China will reportedly have at least one model with 210 W charging, that functionality is reportedly completely missing from the worldwide models.

As for the Chinese models, previous reports have stated that the Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ will feature the Dimensity 1080 chipset along with an AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel main camera, and a 5,000mAh battery. More information on the devices will likely be revealed as we get closer to their launch.

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Several reports have claimed that Redmi will be launching the Redmi Note 12 series by the end of this month in China. Today, the Chinese manufacturer released an official confirmation that the Note 12 lineup will be unveiled at 7 pm (local time) on Oct. 27 in the home market.

The poster shown below gives a good look at the design of the Redmi Note 12 series’ camera module. It is equipped with a triple camera setup and a horizontal LED flash unit. The design of the camera module is almost identical to what was seen on the Redmi Note 11T Pro series, which was announced in May in China. The only noticeable difference is that the Note 11T Pro featured a vertical LED flash unit.

Now that the Redmi Note 12 series launch date has been confirmed, the company is expected to confirm some of its key features before its launch. Redmi has hinted that the Note 12 lineup will offer a stellar photography experience.  

The Redmi Note 12 family is now available for reservations in China. It has been found through JD listings of the Note 12 lineup that it will be comprised of around four devices, such as the Note 12, Note 12 Pro, Note 12 Pro+, and the Note 12 Pro Ultra. The lineup is expected to support up to 210W of fast charging.

The Redmi Note 12 series is expected to feature an AMOLED display with support for a high refresh rate. The Pro models are expected to feature the Dimensity 1080 chipset. The Note 12 series is arriving to capitalize on the Double 11 (Nov. 11) shopping festival in China. Rumours are rife that it will be released by Q1 2023 in the global market.

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Today, Redmi took to its Weibo handle to confirm that the Redmi Note 12 series will be unveiled this month (October) in China. The company confirmed that the Note 12 will be equipped with the world’s first two new technologies without sharing details on it.  

It seems that the Redmi Note 12 series will have the world’s first smartphone powered by the Dimensity 1080 chipset. In addition, it is likely to carry support for up to 210W fast charging. It could be slightly faster than the iQOO 10 Pro’s 200W fast charging technology.

It seems that Redmi will confirm the launch date as well as the key features of the Redmi Note 12 series in the next few days. Rumors are rife that the upcoming Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ will arrive with support for 67W, 120W, and 210W charging. The lineup may also include a fourth model called the Redmi Note 12 Pro Ultra. Unfortunately, nothing is known about this device.

Rumors are rife that the Redmi Note 12 Pro and Pro+ will feature the Dimensity 1080 chipset. The lineup is said to offer features like an AMOLED display, a 50-megapixel main camera, and a 5,000mAh battery.

The October-end arrival of the Redmi Note 12 series is a good hint that the brand is aiming to take advantage of the upcoming Double 11 (November 11) shopping festival in China. This day is also known as Singles’ Day in the country. As far as the global launch is concerned, the Note 12 family may land in markets outside China in Q1 2023.

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Recently, three Redmi phones were certified by the 3C authority in China. It is speculated that Redmi phones with 22101316UCP, 22101316UCP, and 22101316C belong to the Redmi Note 12 series. It appears that it may not take too long for it to go official, as the Note 12 series trio has now been found listed on JD.com.

The JD listings reveal that the Redmi Note 12 series will include the Redmi Note 12 5G, Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, and Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G. There is a listing for another model named the Redmi Note 12 Pro Extreme Edition (or Redmi Note 12 Pro Ultra). So, it appears that there could be a fourth model in the series.

All the listings have some information on the configurations of the respective phones. However, we haven’t mentioned them in this post as they do not seem to be accurate. Rumors are rife that the Redmi Note 12, Note 12 Pro, and Note 12 Pro+ will carry support for 67W, 120W, and 210W fast charging.

Rumors are rife that the Redmi Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ will come equipped with the Dimensity 1080 chip, which went official earlier this month. As far as the Extreme Edition model is concerned, it is advisable to wait for further reports to see whether it really exists.

Past reports have claimed that the entire Redmi Note 12 series will come equipped with an AMOLED display. It is likely to feature a 50-megapixel main camera. Some unconfirmed information has claimed that the Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ may be rebranded as Xiaomi 12i series phones in the global market.

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Xiaomi is gearing up to launch the new Redmi Note 12 series in China sometime next year. However, prior to any official announcement, a new leak has revealed a key feature regarding the upcoming smartphone.

The news arrives from a known tipster Digital Chat Station who shared the information on Weibo (a Chinese microblogging website). Looking at the online post, the tipster claims that the Redmi Note 12 will launch with the new MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset. For those unaware, the new SoC was just recently announced by the Taiwanese chipmaker. As per Digital Chat Station, the internal testing of the new Note 12 found that the device with this chip managed to offer performance similar to the Snapdragon 778G SoC, a popular mid range chipset from Qualcomm.

With this chip, the upcoming Note 12 reportedly achieved a score of over 520,000 on AnTuTu. Talking more about this chip, the Dimensity 1080 SoC is based on a 6nm process and features an upgraded octa core CPU configuration that consists of two Cortex A78 cores that are clocked at 2.6GHz, which is paired with an ARM Mali G68 GPU.

Notably, the tipster had also previously claimed that the Note 12 series will feature a 50 megapixel ultra wide angle lens camera sensor on the rear. Although, it is unclear which exact model will receive this sensor, but it is likely the higher end model. So we can expect the base Note 12 model to feature an 8 megapixe ultra wide angle sensor that is paired with a 2 megapixel macro sensor.

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Xiaomi is expected to announce the Xiaomi 13 series in November or December this year. Before it arrives, the company’s sub-brand Redmi will unveil at least three Redmi phones, claims tipster Digital Chat Station (via. TechGoing). It looks like the rumored Redmi Note 12 Pro has been approved by the 3C certification platform in China. This means that the phone is about to be released.

A Redmi handset with model number 22101316C has bagged 3C certification. The device is said to have the ‘M16’ codename. Its 3C certification reveals that it may carry support for 67W fast charging.

According to the tipster, apart from the M16, there are two other Redmi phones with “M17” and “M16UP” codenames that are expected to debut before the Xiaomi 13 series. The M17 has the 22101317C model number, while the M16UP has the 22101316UCP. The M17, M16, and M16UP belong to the same series. The tipster added that the M16UP is the most powerful device in the lineup.

Redmi announced the Redmi Note 11, Note 11 Pro, and Note 11 Pro+ in October 2021. Hence, it appears that the brand could be gearing up to launch the Redmi Note 12 series in October this year. There is a possibility that the M17, M16, and M16UP could be the upcoming Redmi Note 12, the Redmi Note 12 Pro, and the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ models. These devices may arrive in time for the Single’s Day (November 11) sale in China.

According to a recent report, the Note 12 lineup will include a 50-megapixel (main) + 8-megapixel (ultra-wide) + 2-megapixel (macro/depth) triple camera unit. The Pro+ edition may carry support for 120W fast charging. It is likely that the Note 12 Pro and Note 12 Pro+ may come equipped with the Dimensity 1300 chipset.

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After launching multiple devices in the Note 11 series, it appears that Redmi is gearing up to debut the Note 12 series of smartphones soon.

According to a new report, the Redmi Note 12 series is said to launch ahead of the Double 11 shopping festival in China. For those unaware, the Double 11 shopping festival is China’s biggest shopping festival, which falls on November 11. It is also known as “Singles’ Day” in the country.

Going by this, we can expect the Note 12 series to debut in October, with sales starting from November 11th. The Redmi Note 12 series would be the company’s “small flagship” after the Redmi Note 11T was introduced as the “performance flagship” for 2022 (via MyDrivers). This approach of launching two Note series every year was announced by Xiaomi Group China president Lu Weibing earlier this year.

Rumor has it that the Redmi Note 12 and a Note 12 Pro model with better performance characteristics will be at least two of the series’ variants. A third device dubbed the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus could also join the lineup. However, it is yet to be confirmed.

As for specifications, the Redmi Note 12 series is expected to be powered by the Dimensity 1300 chipset. Other than that, we can expect 120W fast charging capability on the device along with a 50MP triple camera setup. Reports from Digital Chat Station on Weibo have also mentioned that the series could debit with a 50MP ultrawide camera, which would be a first for the Note series and will likely be reserved for the Pro or Pro Plus model.

Finer details are expected to emerge as we get closer to the rumored launch, so stay tuned.

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