After completing the launch of all models of the Redmi Note 12 series, Xiaomi has just introduced Redmi 12which is already becoming one of the candidates for the best basic mid-range mobile phone, because, thanks to its starting price and its features, it is positioned as the most interesting choice for those looking for a competent but economical terminal.

Xiaomi Redmi 12 has a 6.79-inch LCD display with FHD+ aa resolution refresh rate up to 90 Hz, 396 dpi and a maximum brightness of 550 nits. The screen is dust and splash resistant IP53, its back is covered with high-quality glass. Nothing special, but in line with what the Chinese brand is used to here.

Inside the Xiaomi Redmi 12 is a processor MediaTek Helio G88 eight cores, 4 and 8 GB of RAM (with optional internal expansion), 128 and 256 GB of internal storage expandable up to 1 TB via MicroSD and a 5000 mAh battery with 18 W fast charging. So far yes, only the most modest version is available with 4GB of RAM and 128GB of internal storage.

As for the camera system, the Xiaomi Redmi 12 has a triple camera 50 megapixels for the main, 8 megapixels for the ultra wide angle and 2 megapixels for the macro camera, including video recording at 1080p and 30 FPS and 720p at 30 FPS, as well as AI support for photos. The front camera has a resolution of 8 megapixels and allows video recording in 1080p and 720p at 30 FPS.

The device isn’t bad on networks and connectivity either, and features SIM and hybrid input (SIM or microSD), Wi-Fi, Bluetooth 5.3, FM Radio with headphone jack, 3.5mm headphone jack and support nfc. The device also has fingerprint identification (with a sensor on the side) and AI face unlock and full suite control, Android 13 and MIUI 14.

You can find the Xiaomi Redmi 12 in three colors: Polar Silver, Sky Blue and Midnight Black or Pink, Bluish and Black for those who don’t like so much nonsense and its starting price is 199 eurosso it can be expected that the top will be reduced in the short term, according to how Xiaomi usually works with its low-profile subsidiary brands.

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In short, Xiaomi’s Redmi 12 is a balanced phone for its price range, with some components that are a little poorer than we would like, because for a little more you can find certainly more interesting alternatives and without leaving the ecosystem of the device. The Chinese brand, although, as we just warned, should reduce the price in a short time to make it more attractive.