Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S
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Pros and Cons
Strengths and weaknesses at a glance.
Why choose
- Excellent AMOLED display
- 108 MP main camera
- Compact and lightweight
- Dedicated microSD slot
- Stereo speakers
- Good battery life
What to consider
- No 5G support
- Aging processor
- Virtual proximity sensor
- Plastic body
- Slow charging
Detailed Technical Info
Hardware and features in detail.
- Screen size
- 6.43"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2400
- Display type
- AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 90Hz
- Max brightness
- 1000 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Display
- Screen size
- 6.43"
- Resolution
- 1080 x 2400
- Display type
- AMOLED
- Refresh rate
- 90Hz
- Max brightness
- 1000 nits (peak)
- Screen protection
- Corning Gorilla Glass 3
Performance
- Processor
- Mediatek MT6781 Helio G96 (12 nm)
- CPU cores
- Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
- GPU
- Mali-G57 MC2
- RAM
- 6GB
- AnTuTu score
- 385000 (v10)
Camera
- Main camera
- 108 MP, f/1.9, (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF
- Ultra-wide
- 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚
- Telephoto
- Not available
- Front camera
- 16 MP, f/2.4, (wide)
- Video
- 1080p@30fps
Battery
- Capacity
- 5000 mAh
- Charging speed
- 33W wired
- Wireless charging
- No
- Battery life
- Up to 16 hours of video playback
Connectivity
- 5G
- No
- Wi-Fi
- Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
- Bluetooth
- 5.2, A2DP, LE
- NFC
- Yes
- USB
- USB Type-C 2.0
Body & Dimensions
- Dimensions
- 159.9 x 73.9 x 8.1 mm
- Weight
- 176 g
- Materials
- Plastic frame and back, glass front
- Water resistance
- IP53 (dust and splash resistant)
Condition Classes
All devices are fully tested and working.
Acceptable (C)
from 115,1 €
Clearly visible signs of use. Best price.
Model characteristics
Common issues that may occur with Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S.
Inaccuracy of the virtual proximity sensor
ModerateLack of a physical sensor, software-based solution.
User interface lag
MinorMIUI/HyperOS resource intensity compared to the Helio G96's capabilities.
GPS signal fluctuation
MinorAntenna design or a software bug in location determination.
Shutter lag
MinorProcessing of large data volume by a mid-range processor.
Repairs and Parts6/10 Estimated based on similar models
Battery Replacement
The plastic back cover is glued but easily removable with heat.
Screen Replacement
Screen replacement requires removing almost all components.
Charging Port Repair
The charging port is on a separate daughterboard, which is replaceable.
Spare parts are widely available due to the model's popularity.
Environmental Impact
Buying a used device saves valuable resources.
CO₂ Saved
52 kg CO2e
Water Saved
11500 liters
E-Waste Avoided
176 grams
Reused
88%
Recycled
12%
Methodology: Fraunhofer Institute / Refurbed.com calculation model (2025)
Who Is This For?
This device is especially well-suited for these users.
Budget-conscious student
Looking for an affordable phone to take good pictures and use social media.
- Good camera for the price
- AMOLED display for watching videos
- Affordable price
Elderly user
Needs a clear screen and a reliable battery for everyday communication.
- Lightweight
- Bright and readable screen
- Headphone jack present
Work phone / Backup device
Ideal as a second phone for couriers or outdoor work.
- Dual SIM and microSD support
- Durable plastic body
- Affordable replacement cost
Network Compatibility
Supported frequencies and carriers.
LatviaYour country
Estonia
Finland
Lithuania
The device does not support 5G networks. It is ideal for areas where 4G is the primary coverage.
Comparisons With Other Models
How this model differs from the competition.
The Redmi Note 13 offers a better 120Hz display and slimmer bezels, but the Note 12S is more compact and lighter.
| Feature | Redmi Note 12S | Redmi Note 13 (4G) |
|---|---|---|
| Refresh rate | 90Hz | 120Hz |
| Weight | 176g | 188.5g |
| Screen brightness | 1000 nits | 1800 nits |
Samsung offers 5G support and longer software support, but the Redmi Note 12S is more affordable and has a higher resolution main camera.
| Feature | Redmi Note 12S | Galaxy A25 5G |
|---|---|---|
| Connectivity | 4G LTE | 5G |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP |
| Software support | 3 years | 5 years |
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