Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is one of Xiaomi’s latest mid-range smartphone launched in 2023 as the top most member of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Series ahead of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 and the Redmi Note 12 Pro. This top of the line member of the Redmi Note series featuring 6.67-inch OLED display with 120Hz refresh rate, an impressive 200-megapixel triple rear camera, 5000 mAh battery with super fast charging solution, and a powerful hardware for effective performance.
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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Key Specs and Features
- 6.67 inches OLED Display, 1080 x 2400 pixels (~395 ppi density), ~86.7% screen-to-body ratio
- Android 12, MIUI 13
- Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) Octa Core Processor
- 8GB, 12GB RAM
- 200 MP (wide) + 8 MP (ultrawide) + 2 MP (macro) Triple Rear Camera
- 16 MP Front Camera
- Fingerprint Sensor (side mounted)
- 128GB, 256GB Built-in Storage
- Wi-Fi 6 Support
- 4G LTE Support
- 5G Support
- 120W HyperCharge Fast Charging Capacity
- 5000 mAh Non-removable Li-Po Battery
Design
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus features a simple yet premium design with flat frame, curved edges and matte finishing. The design look near-identical to its non-Plus sibling, save for the re-arrange camera shooter in the camera bump.
However, the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ design is a massive upgrade from last year Redmi Note 11 Pro Plus. The phone is made of glass front and back, hence it weighs 208.4 with a dimension of 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm.
The rear camera module is located on the top left corner of the back panel, and it has a rectangular shape that protrudes slightly from the surface of the phone.
On the front sits a large 6.67-inch OLED display with thin bezels, which provides an immersive viewing experience. The front-facing camera is housed in a small punch-hole cutout at the top center of the display. This display is protected by Gorilla Glass 5 from scratches and fall.
On the right side of the phone, you will find the power button/fingerprint scanner combo and the volume rocker. At the bottom part of the frame is where the USB-C port, one of the two speaker grills, and SIM slot are. On the top side are the second speaker grill and a 3.5mm headphone jack.
Display
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus features a 6.67-inch Full HD+ Super AMOLED display with a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels. The display has a 120Hz refresh rate, which allows for smoother scrolling and better gaming performance. Additionally, it supports Dolby vision and HDR10+, which means that it can display a wider range of colors and provide better contrast in videos and photos.
The display on the Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is bright and vibrant, with excellent color accuracy and viewing angles. The Super AMOLED technology used in the display provides deep blacks and high contrast, which enhances the overall visual experience. The screen is also protected by Corning Gorilla Glass 5, which makes it resistant to scratches and minor impacts.
In addition, this display has a brightness level of 500 nits, which is bright enough for most indoor environments. However, in bright outdoor conditions, the display may struggle to provide clear visibility.
To address this, the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus features a High Brightness Mode (HBM) that can boost the brightness level up to 900 nits. This allows the display to remain visible even in direct sunlight or other bright outdoor conditions
Overall, the display on the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is one of its standout features, offering an immersive viewing experience with excellent color reproduction and contrast.
Camera
The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus has a triple-camera setup at the rear consists of a 200MP Samsung ISOCELL HPX sensor supported by an 8MP ultra-wide and 2MP macro shooter. This triple setup offers a versatile range of focal lengths, allowing you to take high-quality photos in a variety of situations.
The 200 megapixels primary camera is the standout feature, providing excellent detail and clarity in daylight and low-light conditions. The lens features ALD ultra-low reflection optical coating, and a large aperture of f/1.65 that increases the amount of light entering the lens by 159%.
Furthermore, thanks to the large sensor along with OIS, camera is able to capture exceptional visuals, even in the most challenging lighting situations. The ultra-wide-angle camera is also useful for capturing wider landscapes or group photos, while the macro camera is capable of taking close-up shots with good detail and sharpness.
On the front, there is a 16 megapixels front-facing camera with an aperture of f/2.5, a sensor size of 1/3.06 inches, and a pixel size of 1.0µm. The front camera has a wide-angle lens, which allows you to capture more of your surroundings in your selfies.
Hardware and Software
Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 1080 SoC processor, which is an octa-core chipset built on an 6nm process. It is the same chipset on the Redmi 12 Pro. The CPU consists of two high-performance Cortex-A78 clocked at 2.6GHz and two efficiency Cortex-A55 cores clocked at 2.0GHz. This chipset is designed to provide a balance between performance and power efficiency, making it ideal for mid-range smartphones.
The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ also comes with Mali-G68 MC4 GPU, which offers good graphics performance for gaming and other GPU-intensive tasks. The android phone is available in two RAM and storage options – 8GB RAM / 256GB storage and 12GB RAM / 256GB storage.
This device also comes with a large 5000 mAh battery that supports 120W HyperCharge fast charging. The HyperCharge fast charging technology is a feature we have seen in models like the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12T, the Redmi Note 12T Pro, and the Infinix Note 12 VIP.
Thanks for the 120W charging capacity, the smartphone can be recharged from zero to 100% in less than 20 minutes. The battery life is good, and the device can easily last for a full day with moderate usage.
It also support 5G connectivity, Bluetooth 5.2, NFC, GPS, and a side-mounted fingerprint scanner. The device also features an IR blaster, which allows you to use it as a remote control for your home appliances such as TVs and air conditioners.
For software and interface, the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus runs on MIUI 13 which is based on Android 12 to make navigating and operating user-friendly and easier to manage.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus Price and Availability
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus price starts at $ 469.99 / € 499.99 / £ 484.69 / ₹ 34,499 at reputable online stores. The Redmi Note 12 Pro+ price in Nigeria starts at ₦279,000.
The smartphone was announced on October, 2022 and became available for purchase in November, 2022.
Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus Specs
Here are a few specs of the Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus:
General Features
- Platform: Android 12, MIUI 13
- Processor: Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) Octa Core Processor (2.6 GHz dual-core Cortex-A78 and 2.0 GHz hexa-core Cortex-A55)
- GPU: Mali-G68 MC4
- Memory: 8GB, 12GB RAM
- Colours: Arctic White, Iceberg Blue, Obsidian Black, Trend edition
- Dimension: 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm
- Weight: 208.4 g
- SIM Type: Nano SIM
- SIM Count: Dual SIM
Display
- Display: 6.67 inches OLED Display, 1080 x 2400 pixels (~395 ppi density), 120Hz Refresh Rate, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 500 nits (typ), 900 nits (HBM) Brightness, ~86.7% screen-to-body ratio
- Screen Protection: Yes, Corning Gorilla Glass 5
- Foldable Display: No
Camera
- Rear Camera: 200 MP (wide), f/1.7, PDAF, OIS + 8 MP (ultrawide), f/2.2, 120˚ FoV + 2 MP (macro), f/2.4 Triple Camera
- Rear Camera Features: Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, Panorama, 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, 720p@960fps, Slow Motion
- Front Camera: 16 MP (wide), f/2.5 Camera, HDR, 1080p@30/60fps
Storage
- Built-in Storage: 256GB
- Memory Card Support: No
- Bundled Cloud Storage: –
Network Support
- 2G GSM: GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 – SIM 1 & SIM 2
- 2G CDMA 1X: CDMA 800
- 3G WCDMA: HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1900 / 2100
- 3G CDMA EVDO: CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
- 4G LTE: LTE Bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 19, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41 – International, China
- 5G: 5G Bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA – International, 5G Bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA – China
Internet & Connectivity
- GPRS: Yes
- EDGE: Yes
- 3G/WCDMA/HSPA: Yes
- HSPA+: Yes
- CDMA EVDO: Yes
- 4G LTE: Yes
- 5G: Yes
- WLAN: Yes, Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, Wi-Fi 6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
- Wi-Fi Hotspot: Yes
- Bluetooth: Yes Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE
- NFC: Yes (market/region dependent)
- Infrared Blaster: Yes
- USB Port: Yes, USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Messaging
- SMS/MMS: Yes
- Instant Messaging: Yes
- Push Emails: Yes
- Email Protocol: –
Entertainment
- Music Player: Yes
- Video Player: Yes
- FM Radio: Unspecified
- Loudspeaker: Yes, with stereo speakers
- 3.5mm Jack: Yes
Navigation
- Navigation: GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I+B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1)
- Maps: Yes
Sensors & Control
- Digital Compass: Yes
- Accelerometer: Yes
- Proximity Sensor: Yes
- Light Sensor: Yes
- Barometer: –
- SpO2: –
- Pedometer: –
- Heart Rate Monitor: –
- Gyroscope: Yes
- Fingerprint Scanner: Yes, (side mounted)
- Iris Scanner: –
- Face Unlock: –
- Stylus Pen: –
- Intelligent Digital Assistant: Yes
- Motion Sensing / Gesture Control: –
- Voice Control: Yes
Other Features
- Video Streaming: Yes
- Active Noise Cancellation: Yes
- Wireless Charging: –
- Built-in Mobile Payment: –
- Water Resistant: IP53 Splash Resistant
- Dust Resistant: Yes
- Image Editor: Yes
- Video Editor: Yes
- Document Viewer: –
- Document Editor: –
Battery
- Battery: 5000 mAh Non removable Li-Po Battery
- Talktime: up to 39 hours
- Standby Time: –
- Fast Charging: 120W Fast Charging Capacity, Power Delivery 3.0, zero to 100% in 19 minutes
