Xiaomi’s Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G: A Closer Look
Are you ready to meet Xiaomi’s new Redmi Note 12 series? Brace yourself for three new models: the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G, and the Redmi Note 12 5G. The series has always been a hit with consumers due to its impressive value, but this time around, the prices have gone up significantly. Even the entry-level Redmi Note 12 5G starts at Rs. 17,999, which is quite a leap from previous years.
But fear not, my friends, because today we’re going to dive into the middle child of the series – the Redmi Note 12 5G. This smartphone is exciting as it boasts a fresh design and shares many features with its pricier sibling, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ 5G. So, despite the higher prices of the other models, the Redmi Note 12 5G still provides excellent value for money.
Availability and Price
Xiaomi has just dropped their new and improved Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G in India in three different storage options to suit your needs. The base variant offers 6GB of RAM and 128GB of storage for a reasonable Rs. 24,999. If you need a little extra space, the top variant provides 256GB of storage for Rs. 27,999. But if you’re like Goldilocks and need something in the middle, you can snag the 8GB RAM variant with 128GB of storage for Rs. 26,999. And let’s not forget about the sleek colour options – choose between Glacier Blue, Onyx Black, and Stardust Purple to make a statement. You can get your hands on one of these bad boys directly from Mi.com, Amazon, Flipkart, or select offline stores. Don’t wait too long, though, because these phones will be flying off the shelves!
Design and Build
Xiaomi’s new phone is a beauty with brains, it has a glass back that’s designed to keep fingerprints at bay, and the matte finish gives it an elegant touch. The phone’s frame is made of plastic and feels sturdy in your hand, and it’s sleek, too, with a thickness of just 7.98mm and a weight of only 187 grams. You’ll find a glossy rectangular camera island on the back that houses three lenses and an LED flash, though it protrudes slightly, so you may find the phone wobbling when placed on a flat surface. There’s a subtle Redmi 5G branding on the bottom left that adds to its charm.
The phone comes with an IP53 rating to protect it from dust and water to some extent, but it doesn’t have Gorilla Glass Protection on the back. So, it’s better to use a case with it to avoid accidents. The power button and volume rockers are located on the right side, while the left side is clean. The top side has a secondary speaker, secondary mic, 3.5mm audio jack, and IR blaster, whereas the bottom side holds the primary speaker, primary mic, type-C port, and SIM card slot. In short, the phone is a perfect blend of style and functionality.
Display
The full HD+ 6.67-inch AMOLED Redmi Note 12 Pro display is stunning! This screen powerhouse boasts a 120Hz refresh rate and a peak brightness of 900 nits, providing crystal-clear visuals indoors and outdoors. It’s also super responsive and smooth, making your everyday usage a breeze.
The display quality is top-notch, with vibrant colours popping and clear, crisp details that make everything look amazing. Plus, the bezels are thin, offering an immersive viewing experience that will make you feel like you’re right in the middle of the action.
By default, the colour scheme is set to vivid, but you can customise it to your liking in the settings. And with HDR 10+ and Widevine L1 certification, you can stream high-quality content on OTT platforms like YouTube and Netflix without any issues. To top it all off, the screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, so you can rest assured that your investment is safe and sound.
Camera
Get ready to click some amazing pictures with the Redmi Note 12 Pro’s impressive triple camera setup. With a whopping 50MP primary camera, an 8MP ultra-wide lens, and a 2MP macro sensor, this phone can capture stunning shots from various angles. The front camera is no less with a 16MP selfie camera that sits comfortably in the punch-hole cutout. You can also experiment with different camera modes like Photo Mode, Night Mode, Portrait Mode, and even VLOG mode to create some stunning content. The phone also supports 4K video recording at 30fps using the main camera and 1080p videos at 60fps using the front camera. Get ready to capture all your favourite moments in stunning detail with the Redmi Note 12 Pro’s impressive camera setup.
Battery and Charging
The Redmi Note 12 Pro packs a massive 5000mAh battery, which is quite standard for smartphones these days. It promises an impressive battery life that can last over a day for light users and still get a full day of usage for heavy users. With 67W fast charging support, you can easily juice up your phone in no time. It’s a relief that Redmi still provides the charger in the box, unlike some other companies. The 67W charger can fully charge the phone in just an hour, and a quick charge of 17 minutes can take the battery level to around 50%, which is more than enough to get you through the day. It’s a shame that there is no wireless charging support, which would have been a nice touch.
Software
The Redmi Note 12 Pro boasts the MIUI 13 custom skin, built on the foundation of Android 12. While it’s a bummer that the device didn’t launch with the latest Android OS, the MIUI 13 compensates for it with a plethora of advanced features and customisation options. The makers have guaranteed two years of major updates and an extended four-year security update support, which means you can stay up-to-date with Android 14 without having to switch phones anytime soon.
Performance
The Redmi Note 12 Pro is fueled by the same SoC as its bigger brother and runs on the robust MediaTek Dimensity 1080 chipset. With up to 8GB LPDDR4X RAM and 256GB UFS2.2 internal storage, this phone can easily handle all your everyday tasks. And, if you need even more memory, the RAM expansion feature lets you add an extra 5GB RAM using the internal storage. So, whether you’re browsing the web, playing games, or running multiple apps simultaneously, this phone can keep up with your pace.
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