Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
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OS: Android 15
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Display: IPS LCD
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CPU: Octa-core 2.2 GHz
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Camera: 50 MP (wide)
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Memory: 4GB/6GB/8GB, 128GB/256GB
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G — The Best Budget 5G Smartphone You Can Buy
The Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G is one of the most impressive budget smartphones on the market, offering 5G connectivity and premium features at an unbeatable price. Launched in August 2023, it quickly became a fan favorite for users who want reliable performance without overspending.
Powering the Redmi 12 5G is the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 processor built on a 4nm process, delivering smooth and efficient performance for everyday tasks, social media, streaming, and light gaming. It comes with up to 8GB of RAM and up to 256GB of internal storage, expandable up to 1TB via a microSD card — so you never have to worry about running out of space.
The stunning 6.79-inch FHD+ IPS LCD display with a 90Hz refresh rate makes scrolling and video watching feel smooth and comfortable. The phone is wrapped in a premium glass back design, giving it a look and feel far above its price range.
On the camera side, the Redmi 12 5G features a 50MP AI dual rear camera system and an 8MP front camera for clear and detailed selfies. The massive 5000mAh battery with 18W fast charging keeps you powered throughout the entire day and well into the next.
The phone also comes with an IP53 splash and dust resistance rating, a side-mounted fingerprint sensor, Bluetooth 5.0, NFC, an IR blaster, and a 3.5mm headphone jack — features rarely found at this price point. Available in Jade Black, Pastel Blue, and Moonstone Silver, the Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G starts at just $150, making it the ultimate budget smartphone for 2023 and beyond.
Specs
Release Date
| Announced | 2023, August 01 |
| Market Availability | Available. Released 2023, August 04 |
Network
| Network Technologies | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| Network Technology 2G | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| Network Technology 3G | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100 |
| Network Technology 4G | 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 |
| Network Technology 5G | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Body
| Dimensions | 168.6 x 76.3 x 8.2 mm (6.64 x 3.00 x 0.32 in) |
| Weight | 199 g (7.02 oz) |
| Materials | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Colors | Jade Black, Pastel Blue, Moonstone Silver |
| Other features | IP53 dust protected and water resistant (vertical water sprays) |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD, 90Hz, 550 nits |
| size | 6.79 inches, 109.5 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Screen Resolution | 1080 x 2460 pixels (~396 ppi density) |
| Screen protection | Corning Gorilla Glass |
Performance
| Operating System | Android 13, upgradable to Android 15, HyperOS 2 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm SM4450 Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 (4 nm) |
| CPU Speed | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Gpu graphics processor | Adreno 613 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| RAM | 4/6/8GB |
| Storage | 256/512GB |
Camera
| Rear camera | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF Auxiliary lens |
| Camera Features | LED flash, HDR |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
| Camera Selfie | 8 MP, f/2.0, (wide), 1.12µm |
| Features | HDR |
| Video camera Selfie | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Fast battery charging | 18W wired, PD |
Sound
| Loudspeaker | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack | Yes |
| Other Sound features | 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio |
Connectivity
| Wi-Fi Technology | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.3, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| NFC | Unspecified |
| Infrared | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C |
| Radio | No |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass Virtual proximity sensing |
Phone Price
| Mobile price in Europe (€) | 109.99 |
Model
| Model | 23076RN4BI, 23076RN8DY, 2AFZZRN8DY |
