HIGHLIGHTS
* The handset will come with a punch-hole cutout and triple rear cameras.
* The Redmi 12 4G could launch in 4GB/6GB RAM configuration.
* The Redmi 12 4G price in India might start at Rs 9,999.
* The 5G variant could launch in a 6GB/8GB RAM configuration along with 128GB/256GB of internal storage.
Redmi 12 5G is scheduled to launch in India on August 1st alongside the Xiaomi TV X series.
The company has been actively teasing the budget phone on social media handles and the specifications are already out considering the phone debuted last month.
Now, while we wait for the launch event, noted tipster Abishek Yadav revealed the Redmi 12 5G’s India price and storage options.
He also posted hands-on live images of the phone.
Xiaomi is set to launch the Redmi 12 smartphone in India on August 1. The company is expected to launch the device in 4G and 5G variants.
The Redmi 12 5G is expected to be a rebrand of the Redmi Note 12R, whereas the Redmi 12 4G model is already launched in Thailand.
The brand has already confirmed that the device will be available for purchase via Flipkart and Amazon in India.
Additionally, the company has revealed previously that the Redmi 12 4G will debut in Jade Black, Pastel Blue, and Moonlight Silver colour.
While we wait for the launch of the device, its pricing is now revealed by tipster Abhishek Yadav.
Redmi 12 4G, Redmi 12 5G Price
As per the tipster, the upcoming Redmi 12 5G will launch in a 6GB/8GB RAM configuration along with 128GB/256GB of internal storage.
The leak reveals that the Redmi 12 5G price in India could start at Rs 13,999.
Redmi 12 4G is expected to debut in 4GB/6GB RAM configuration along with 128GB of internal storage.
The tipster reveals that the Redmi 12 4G price in India will start at Rs 9,999.
The Redmi 12 4G is already debuted in Thailand so we are already aware of its specifications.
The handset features a 6.79-inch Full HD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate.
The device is powered by an octa-core Helio G88 processor.
For the optics purpose, the handset features a triple-camera setup, consisting of a 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor.
The smartphone features an 8MP selfie camera and a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. It packs a 5,000mAh battery which supports 18W fast charging support.
Redmi 12 5G is expected to debut as a rebrand of the Redmi Note 12R. The handset could be powered by Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC.
It might feature a dual-camera setup consisting of a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP secondary lens.
Both the 4G and 5G variants are expected to boot Android 13 out of the box.
The other key specifications that the Redmi 12 5G could offer include an 8MP selfie camera, a 5,000mAh battery, 18W fast charging support, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, AI face unlock, an IP53 rating, and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Redmi 12 Hands-on images Reveal Design
Abhishek posted live images of the phone, which show the front and back design of the phone.
The handset has a centre-positioned punch-hole cutout for the selfie shooter and a sizeable chin below the screen.
The volume rocker and power button are probably on the right edge.
Flipping the phone to the back, there is triple cameras and an LED flash.
The phone has a unique gradient design.
Redmi 12 Quick Specifications (Expected)
* Display: 6.79-inch display, Punch-hole cutout, 396 PPI pixel density, 550 nits brightness, 70% colour gamut, Full HD+ resolution.
* Processor: Octa-core 12nm Helio G88 SoC with Arm Mali-G52 GPU.
* RAM And Storage: 4GB/8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB storage, microSD card support.
* Software: Android 13 with MIUI 14.
* Rear-facing camera: 50MP main camera, f/1.8 aperture, 8MP ultra-wide lens, f/2.2 aperture, 2MP macro sensor, f/2.4 aperture, LED flash
* Front-facing camera: 8MP, f/2.1 aperture.
* Other Features: Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, AI face unlock, IP53 rating, dual-SIM card slot, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v5.3, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, FM Radio, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C port, 4G LTE.
* Battery: 5,000mAh, 18W fast charging.
REDMI12 KEY SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 4 GB |
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 13 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | January 11, 2023 (Official) |
| Operating System | Android v12 |
| Custom UI | MIUI |
Performance
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 |
| CPU | Octa core (2 GHz, Dual core, Cortex A78 + 1.8 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Adreno 619 |
| RAM | 4 GB
Excellent
|
| RAM Type | LPDDR4X |
Display
| Display Type | Super AMOLED |
| Screen Size | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 395 ppi
Best in Class
|
| Screen to Body Ratio (calculated) | 84.97 % |
| Screen Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass v3 |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Brightness | 1200 nits |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Design
| Height | 165.88 mm Compare Size |
| Width | 76.21 mm |
| Thickness | 7.98 mm
Very Good
|
| Weight | 188 grams
Average
|
| Colours | Frosted Green, Mystique Blue, Matte Black |
| Waterproof | Yes, Splash proof, IP53 |
| Ruggedness | Dust proof |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 48 MP f/1.8, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 8 MP f/2.2, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP f/2.4, Macro Camera |
|
| Autofocus | Yes | |
| Flash | Yes, LED Flash | |
| Image Resolution | 8000 x 6000 Pixels | |
| Settings | Exposure compensation, ISO control | |
| Shooting Modes | Continuous Shooting High Dynamic Range mode (HDR) Burst mode |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 1280×720 @ 30 fps |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 13 MP f/2.45, Wide Angle, Primary Camera | |
| Video Recording | 1920×1080 @ 30 fps 1280×720 @ 30 fps |
|
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| TalkTime | Up to 34 Hours(4G) |
| Standby time | Up to 624 Hours(2G) |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 33W: 50 % in 22 minutes |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 128 GB
Best in Class
|
| Expandable Memory | Yes, Up to 1 TB |
| USB OTG | Yes |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano (Hybrid) |
| Network Support | 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N40 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 850(band 5) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| SIM 2 |
5G Bands:
FDD N1 / N3 / N5 / N8 / N28
TDD N40 / N78 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40) / 2500(band 41)
FD-LTE 2100(band 1) / 1800(band 3) / 900(band 8) / 850(band 5) 3G Bands:
UMTS 1900 / 2100 / 850 / 900 MHz
2G Bands:
GSM 1800 / 1900 / 850 / 900 MHz
GPRS:
Available
EDGE:
Available
|
| Wi-Fi | Yes, Wi-Fi 5 (802.11 a/b/g/n/ac) 5GHz |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.1 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| NFC | No |
| USB Connectivity | Mass storage device, USB charging |
Multimedia
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| Audio Jack | 3.5 mm |
Sensors
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor Position | Side |
| Other Sensors | Light sensor, Proximity sensor, Accelerometer, Compass, Gyroscope |
Faqs
1) What is Redmi 12 5G price in India (expected)?
Ans) * Redmi 12 5G will be available in two models: 6GB + 128GB and 8GB + 256GB.
* According to a tweet by Abhishek Yadav, the base variant will be priced at Rs 9,999 (which he can confirm), while the top-end model is tipped to cost Rs 13,999.
2) What are Redmi 12 5G specifications (expected)?
Ans) * Display: The Redmi 12 5G is said to sport a 6.79-inch FHD+ display with a 90Hz refresh rate, 1080 X 2400 pixels resolution, and a punch-hole cutout for the selfie camera.
* Processor: The upcoming Redmi phone will be powered by the MediaTek Helio G88 12nm processor paired with Mali-G52 2EEMC2 GPU.
* RAM and Storage: The handset is tipped to come with 4GB/8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 128GB/256GB internal storage that is further expandable via a microSD card.
* OS: The Redmi 12 should run on Android 13-based MIUI 14 skin out of the box.
* Cameras: The handset is expected to feature a 50MP primary camera with f/1.8 aperture, an 8MP ultra-wide camera, and a 2MP macro sensor. There is an 8MP shooter on the front for selfies and video chats.
* Battery: The handset may house a 5,000mAh battery with 18W fast charging support.
* Connectivity: Connectivity options will include 5G support, dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, and a USB Type-C port.
3) What are Redmi 12 4G Specifications?
Ans) * Display: 6.79-inch display, punch-hole cutout, 396 PPI pixel density, 550 nits brightness, 70% colour gamut, Full HD+ resolution.
* Processor: Octa-core Helio G88 chipset with Arm Mali-G52 GPU.
* RAM And Storage: 4GB/6GB RAM, 128GB storage, microSD card support.
* Software: Android 13.
* Rear-facing camera: 50MP main camera, f/1.8 aperture, 8MP ultra-wide lens, f/2.2 aperture, 2MP macro sensor, f/2.4 aperture.
* Front-facing camera: 8MP.
* Other Features: AI face unlock, IP53 rating, Side-mounted fingerprint sensor.
* Connectivity: 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 802.11 b/g/n/ac, Bluetooth v5.3, GPS, GLONASS, Galileo, Beidou, FM Radio, dual-SIM card slot, NFC, a 3.5mm audio jack, USB Type-C port.
* Battery: 5,000mAh, 18W fast charging.
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