Overall Score
71.2Category Breakdown
Overall(#384)71.2
Performance(#616)73.0
Camera(#17)60.0
Display(#743)88.5
Battery(#1638)60.0
Build(#2185)75.8
Comparisons Featuring Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Discovery
Short Review
- The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Discovery features a sleek design with a glass front and back, aluminum frame, and a weight of 207.5g.
- It boasts a 6.67-inch OLED display with a resolution of 1080 x 2400 pixels, supporting 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision, and HDR10+, providing vibrant visuals.
- Powered by the Mediatek Dimensity 1080 chipset, it delivers strong performance with an octa-core CPU and 8GB of RAM, ensuring smooth multitasking.
- The camera system is impressive, featuring a 200 MP main sensor with OIS, an 8 MP ultrawide lens, and a 2 MP macro lens, capable of recording 4K video at 30fps.
- The 16 MP front camera also captures high-quality selfies.
- It is equipped with a 4300mAh battery that supports 210W fast charging, allowing for quick power replenishment.
- Running on Android 12 with MIUI 13, it offers a user-friendly interface and features.
- Connectivity options include 5G support, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, and NFC.
- The device also includes stereo speakers and a headphone jack, enhancing the audio experience.
- Overall, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Discovery combines robust specifications with a stylish design.
Specifications
General
Release Date2022, October 27
Announced2022, October 27
DescriptionAlso known as Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Discovery edition, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Explorer
Display
Size6.67"
TypeOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 900 nits (HBM)
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)
PPI1080
Refresh Rate120Hz
Peak BrightnessN/A
HDR Support✓
ProtectionN/A
Performance
ChipsetMediatek Dimensity 1080 (6 nm)
CPUOcta-core (2x2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
GPUMali-G68 MC4
Memory256GB 8GB RAM
Expandable Storage✗
Card SlotNo
Camera
Main Camera200 MP
Main Camera Details200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.4", 0.56µm, PDAF, OIS8 MP, f/1.9, 119˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm2 MP, f/2.4, (macro)
Front Camera16 MP
Front Camera Details16 MP, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
OIS✓
Night Mode✗
RAW Support✗
Battery
Capacity4300 mAh
Battery DetailsLi-Po 4300 mAh
Charging Details210W wired, PD3.0, 66% in 5 min, 100% in 9 min
Fast Charging✗
Wireless Charging✗
Build & Design
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 9 mm (6.41 x 2.99 x 0.35 in)
Weight207.5 g
MaterialsGlass front, glass back, aluminum frame
Water ResistanceN/A
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
Connectivity
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM
NetworkGSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
Network SpeedHSPA, LTE (CA), 5G
5G✓
4G✓
WiFiWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE
NFC✓
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
IR Blaster✗
Headphone Jack✓
Radio✗
PositioningGPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
Software
Operating SystemAndroid 12, MIUI 13
OS VersionAndroid 12, MIUI 13
Security
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass
Audio
Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes