TECH REVIEW: Redmi Note 12

The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 is a highly anticipated smartphone that boasts an impressive combination of features at an affordable price. Let's take a closer look at its design, display, camera, performance, and battery life.

DESIGN

The Redmi Note 12 showcases a sleek and modern design that is both eye-catching and ergonomic. It features a polycarbonate back panel with a matte metallic finish, giving it a premium feel. However, it's still a fingerprint magnet, you can use the free clear jelly case that comes with it.

The phone is well-built and feels solid in my hand. The volume button and fingerprint scanner are conveniently located on the right side while the sim card tray is located on the left. At the back, you will see the triple camera set up with LED flash.

The overall design of the Redmi Note 12 is undoubtedly pleasing and reflects Xiaomi's commitment to aesthetics.

DISPLAY

The smartphone sports a large 6.67-inch AMOLED Dot Display with a Full HD+ resolution and is equipped with Corning Gorilla Glass 3. The screen delivers vibrant colors and sharp details, making it a joy to consume multimedia content and play games.

The bezels are reasonably slim on the side and upper part but have a slightly thicker one at the bottom. Good enough to provide an immersive viewing experience for the users.

This mid-range phone has a max refresh rate of 120Hz. You can choose the standard 60 Hz to save battery but everything is better when you set it to 120 Hz. You'll enjoy a faster, crisp, and clearer screen.

CAMERA

The Redmi Note 12 packs a versatile camera setup that's fit for daily use and social media posting. It features a triple-camera system, led by a 50-megapixel primary sensor. The camera produces well-detailed and vibrant photos in good lighting conditions, with accurate colors and minimal noise.

The dedicated ultra-wide-angle lens expands the creative possibilities, capturing wider scenes with decent quality. Additionally, the depth sensor and macro lens offer satisfactory results, although they might not be as impressive as the main camera. Night photography might be a struggle for this phone as it turns grainy and blurry.

On the front, the device boasts a 13-megapixel selfie camera that captures good self-portraits.

STANDARD AND WIDE SHOTS

PORTRAIT/SELFIE SHOTS




STANDARD VS NIGHT SHOTS

PERFORMANCE

Under the hood, the Redmi Note 12 is equipped with Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, accompanied by a max of 8GB RAM and 128GB storage. The phone handles day-to-day tasks smoothly, ensuring a lag-free experience while navigating through apps and multitasking. It also handles graphically demanding games quite well, offering a smooth gaming experience with minimal frame drops.

I was expecting major lags when I installed Mobile Legends on this phone, but to my surprise, it was smooth and can deliver ultra graphics. There are minor frame skips here and there but overall, I'm impressed.

BATTERY LIFE

One of the standout features of the Redmi Note 12 is its impressive battery life. Equipped with a substantial 5,000mAh battery, the phone easily lasts through a full day of heavy usage, including web browsing, media streaming, and gaming. You can say that it's a reliable companion for users who are constantly on the move. When it comes to charging, the Redmi Note 12 supports fast charging, allowing you to quickly top up the battery when needed.

PRICING

The Redmi Note 12 is priced at P8,999 for 4+128 GB (online only), P9,999 for 6+128 GB, and P10,999 for 8+128 GB. Customers may purchase these devices online through Xiaomi's official stores in Lazada, Shopee, and TikTok Shop as well as Authorized Xiaomi Stores and partner retailers nationwide. For those who want flexible payment options, Home Credit financing is available at 0% interest.

CONCLUSION

Overall, the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 is an excellent mid-range smartphone that offers an attractive design, a vibrant display, a versatile camera setup, reliable performance, and remarkable battery life. With its feature-packed offering at an affordable price point, the Redmi Note 12 is certainly worth considering for those looking for a capable smartphone without breaking the bank.

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