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Released: 2022, October 27

Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Discovery

Overall Score

76.3

Category Breakdown

Overall(#481)76.3
Performance(#496)92.1
Camera(#530)94.5
Display(#713)92.2
Battery(#3168)29.8
Build(#947)78.7
Connectivity(#171)87.8
Audio(#115)87.6

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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
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, 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)
Main Camera FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panorama
Front Camera16 MP, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm
Front Camera FeaturesHDR
Video Recording4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps
Selfie Video1080p@30/60fps
Optical Stabilization✓
Night Mode✗
Raw Photo 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 & Safety

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
ColorsBlack
Foldable✗
SARN/A

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)

Audio

Stereo Speakers✓
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers
Audio JackYes

Software & Security

Operating SystemAndroid 12, MIUI 13
Fingerprint✓
Face Unlock✗
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass