HIGHLIGHTS
* The Redmi Note 12R will feature a 6.79-inch display with Full HD+ resolution.
* The device will pack up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage.
* The handset might go on sale in China from June 30.
* Redmi Note 12R price is expected to start at RMB 1,100 (around Rs 12,600).
* The Redmi Note 12R bears the model number 23076RA4BC
* The handset ships with the Snapdragon 4 Gen2, a 50MP camera, and a 5,000mAh battery.
Xiaomi sub-brand Redmi launched the Redmi Note 12R Pro smartphone in China by the end of April. The Redmi Note 12R Pro features a 6.67-inch OLED display, a Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 SoC, 12GB of RAM, a 48MP dual-camera setup, a 16MP selfie camera, and a 5,000mAh battery.
Now, after the Redmi Note 12R Pro launch, it seems that Redmi will soon announce the Redmi Note 12R smartphone. Well, the reason for this is that the upcoming Redmi Note 12R smartphone is now spotted on China Telecom ahead of launch.
The China Telecom listing reveals the full specifications, pricing, renders, and sale date details of the Redmi Note 12R.
Xiaomi launched the Redmi Note 12R Pro back in April as a mid-range offering with 5G network connectivity. Now, it appears the company is preparing to announce the vanilla Redmi 12R in China.
Now, the handset has just appeared on the China Telecom website and interestingly, the listing reveals the phone will arrive with a better chipset compared to the Pro version. The Redmi Note 12R bears the model number 23076RA4BC.
The Chinese Telecom listing reveals some key details about the specifications, price and design of the phone.
The China Telecom listing reveals the Redmi Note 12R will launch on June 30th in China.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12R Pricing, Colour Options
Before we dive into the specifications of the device, let us take a look at the pricing of the Redmi Note 12R. As per the China Telecom listing, the Redmi Note 12R base model with 4GB RAM and 128GB of storage will be priced at CNY 1099 (Rs 12,573).
The 6GB/8GB RAM model with 128GB of internal storage will retail for CNY 1199 (Rs 13,721) and CNY 1599 (Rs 18,300) respectively.
The top-end model with 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage will be priced at CNY 1799 (Rs 20,600). The device will come in Midnight Black, Time Blue, and Sky Fantasy colour options.
The time-to-market date is listed as June 30 on China Telecom. We can expect the smartphone to go on sale in China on June 30.
Redmi Note 12R price (expected)
| Variant | Price |
| 4GB/128GB | RMB 1,100 (around Rs 12,600) |
| 6GB/128GB | RMB 1,200 (approx Rs 13,700) |
| 8GB/128GB | RMB 1,600 (around Rs 18,300) |
| 8GB/256GB | RMB 1,800 (approx Rs 20,600) |
Redmi Note 12R Design
The Redmi Note 12R’s design is also revealed via the Telecom listing.
The handset has a centre-positioned punch-hole cutout for the selfie snapper and narrow bezels.
The volume rocker and power button, probably with a fingerprint sensor embedded are on the right edge.
The SIM tray section is on the left edge.
Flipping the phone to the back, we see dual-camera sensors and an LED flash.
The bottom portion houses the USB Type-C port, speaker grill and primary microphone.
The top section has a secondary microphone and what looks like a 3.5mm audio jack.
The Redmi phone can be seen in Blue colour but the phone will be available in Midnight Black, Sky Fantasy and Time Blue.
Redmi Note 12R Quick Specifications
* Display: The Redmi Note 12R is expected to sport a 6.79-inch FHD+ display with flat edges and narrow bezels.
* Processor: The Redmi Note 12R will be powered by the SM4450 chipset, which is speculated to be called the Snapdragon 4 Gen2 when Qualcomm unveils it. In comparison, the Redmi Note 12R Pro is powered by the Snapdragon 4 Gen1.
* RAM and Storage: The handset will pack up to 8GB RAM and 256GB storage that is expandable via a microSD card.
* Cameras: The Redmi phone will pack a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP secondary sensor. The front camera details are under wraps at the moment.
* Battery: 5,000mAh battery but the fast charging details are unknown.
Redmi Note 12R Specifications, Features
The Redmi Note 12R is listed on China Telecom with model number 23076RA4BC. The device has a punch-hole cutout at the centre and a dual-camera setup. The Redmi Note 12R will feature a 6.79-inch display with a Full HD+ resolution.
The smartphone will pack up to 8GB of RAM and 256GB of internal storage. It will also have microSD card support for storage expansion up to 1TB.
We can expect the handset to boot Android 13 out of the box with MIUI 14 skin on top. Under the hood, the device will be powered by Qualcomm’s SM4450 chipset, which could be Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 SoC.
As for the optics purpose, the Redmi Note 12R will feature a 50MP primary camera and a 2MP secondary lens. The device will flaunt a 5MP camera on the front side for selfies and video-calling purpose.
A 5,000mAh battery will be equipped with the device which no doubt will support fast charging.
Dimensions-wise, the Redmi Note 12R will measure 168.6×76.28×8.17mm and weigh 199 grams.
Last but not least, the smartphone will have a fingerprint sensor, a 3.5mm audio jack, and a USB Type-C port.
XIAOMI REDMI NOTE 12R SPECIFICATIONS
Key Specs
| RAM | 12 GB |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MT6877 |
| Rear Camera | 48 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP |
| Front Camera | 16 MP |
| Battery | 5000 mAh |
| Display | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
General
| Launch Date | April 29, 2023 (Unofficial) |
| Operating System | Android v13 |
| Custom UI | MIUI |
Performance
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 MT6877 |
| CPU | Octa core (2.6 GHz, Octa core, Cortex A78 + 2 GHz, Hexa Core, Cortex A55) |
| Architecture | 64 bit |
| Fabrication | 6 nm |
| Graphics | Mali-G68 MC4 |
| RAM | 12 GB |
Display
| Display Type | OLED |
| Screen Size | 6.67 inches (16.94 cm) |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Aspect Ratio | 20:9 |
| Pixel Density | 395 ppi |
| Bezel-less display | Yes with punch-hole display |
| Touch Screen | Yes, Capacitive Touchscreen, Multi-touch |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz |
Camera
| MAIN CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Triple | |
| Resolution | 48 MP, Wide Angle, Primary Camera 8 MP, Ultra-Wide Angle Camera 2 MP, Macro Camera |
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| 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) |
|
| Camera Features | Digital Zoom Auto Flash Face detection Touch to focus |
|
| FRONT CAMERA | ||
| Camera Setup | Single | |
| Resolution | 16 MP, Primary Camera | |
Battery
| Capacity | 5000 mAh |
| Type | Li-Polymer |
| Removable | No |
| Quick Charging | Yes, Fast, 67W |
| USB Type-C | Yes |
Storage
| Internal Memory | 256 GB |
| Expandable Memory | No |
Network & Connectivity
| SIM Slot(s) | Dual SIM, GSM+GSM |
| SIM Size | SIM1: Nano, SIM2: Nano |
| Network Support | 5G Supported in India, 4G Supported in India, 3G, 2G |
| VoLTE | Yes |
| SIM 1 |
5G Bands:
FDD N2
TDD N40 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 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 N2
TDD N40 4G Bands:
TD-LTE 2300(band 40)
FD-LTE 1800(band 3) 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 4 (802.11 b/g/n) |
| Wi-Fi Features | Mobile Hotspot |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.2 |
| GPS | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| 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 |
FAQ’s on Redmi Note 12R
1) What are Redmi Note 12R Specifications?
Ans) * Display: 6.79-inch display, Full HD+ resolution, punch-hole cutout.
* RAM And Storage: 4GB/6GB/8GB RAM, 128GB/256GB internal storage, microSD card support.
* Rear-facing camera: 50MP primary camera, 2MP secondary lens.
* Battery: 5,000mAh.
* Dimensions: 168.6×76.28×8.17mm.
* Weight: 199 grams.
* Other Features: dual-SIM card slot, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, a 3.5mm audio jack, and Fingerprint sensor.
* Colours: Midnight Black, Time Blue, Sky Fantasy
2) REDMI NOTE 12R TO COME WITH THE SNAPDRAGON 4 GEN 2.Details?
Ans) Xiaomi recently introduced the Redmi Note 12R Pro and now is gearing up to bring a vanilla option. The Pro variant arrived in April with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 and a $250 price tag. Now, the company is preparing a vanilla variant, that surprisingly, seems to be better than the Pro variant. This is not common, but it seems that the Redmi Note 12R could be the first smartphone with the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, which obviously brings upgrades over the first generation.
Redmi Note 12R specifications
According to the leaks, the Redmi Note 12R will pack the SM4450 chipset which is expected to arrive as “Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2”. Qualcomm is yet to announce this chipset. Hence, we need to digest this news with a pinch of salt. The vanilla Redmi Note 12R was spotted on the China Telecom website with the 2307RA4BC model number. Going back to the chipset, it will boast Samsung’s 4nm node which is already a big upgrade over the 6nm on the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. In addition, the phone will pack up to 8 GB of RAM and 256 GB of Internal Storage. Unlike other devices in the family, this one would bring a micro SD card slot for further storage expansion.
China Telecom also discloses other details of the new mid-range phone. For instance, the Redmi Note 12R is set to come with a 6.79-inch Full HD+ display. It’s unclear whether this will be an LCD or an AMOLED panel like other models in the Note 12 series. The phone brings a basic 50-Megapixels main camera with just a 2-Megapixels helper. The listing also details the phone with 168.6 x 76.3 x 8.17mm dimensions. It will weigh 199 grams and will boast a 5,000 mAh battery on board. The phone has a USB Type-C port, the phone also has a 3.5 mm audio jack.
The Redmi Note 12R will sell in three color options – Midnight Black, Sky Fantasy, and Time Blue. The device has been listed with prices for each variant. The base model will cost about CNY 1,100 ($153) with 4GB/128GB. The option with 6 GB of RAM and 128 GB of storage will sell for CNY 1,200 ($167). There will also be an option 8 GB/127GB that retails for CNY 1,600 ($223) and a high model with 8GB/256GB for CNY 1,800 ($250).
3) What are Redmi Note 12R rumoured specifications?
Ans) 6.79-inch FHD+ (2460 x 1080 pixels) FHD+ display
Octa Core Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 6nm Mobile Platform (2.2 GHz x 2 A78-based +1.95GHz x 6 A55-based Kryo CPUs) with Adreno 613 GPU
4GB / 6GB / 8GB RAM with 128GB / 256GB internal storage, expandable memory up to 1TB with microSD
Android 13 with MIUI 14
Dual SIM
50MP rear camera, LED flash, 2MP depth sensor with f/2.4 aperture
5MP front camera
Side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Infrared sensor
3.5mm audio jack
Dimensions: 168.6×76.28×8.17mm; Weight: 199g
5G SA / NSA, Dual 4G VoLTE, Wi-Fi 6 802.11 ac (2.4GHz + 5GHz), Bluetooth 5.1, GPS + GLONASS, USB Type-C
5000mAh (typical) battery with 22.5W fast charging
4) The Redmi Note 12R might become the first phone with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2.Details?
Ans) Xiaomi quietly launched the Redmi Note 12R Pro back in April, a CNY 1,800 ($250/€230/₹20,500) phone with the Snapdragon 4 Gen 1. But there was no vanilla model – until now. The Redmi Note 12R (23076RA4BC) just appeared on the China Telecom website and, interestingly, has a better chipset.
It hasn’t been confirmed, but the phone’s SM4450 chip is expected to be branded “Snapdragon 4 Gen 2” when it is unveiled by Qualcomm. It is allegedly fabbed on a 4nm Samsung node (instead of 6nm TSMC for the 4 Gen 1). The phone can be configured with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB storage and there is a microSD slot on board.
The carrier also listed some other key details. The 12R is equipped with a large 6.79” FHD+ display (so it will stand a head taller than the 12R Pro and its 6.67” display). The camera is fairly basic with a 50MP main module and a 2MP helper (the Pro isn’t much better in this regard).
Additional details include the size and weight – 168.6 x 76.3 x 8.17mm and 199g. This is with a 5,000mAh battery on board (the charging speed is TBA). Besides the USB-C port, the phone also has a 3.5mm headphone jack.
According to China Telecom, the Redmi Note 12R will launch in China on June 30, which could make it the first device to use the Snapdragon 4 Gen 2. Here are the prices in China:
The phone will be available in three colorways – Midnight Black, Sky Fantasy and Time Blue – the latter you can see in the images shared by the carrier.
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