The Redmi Note 12 5G and Note 12 are basically the same thing here with the sole exception of the SoC being different which leads to it branching into a 5G and LTE model to cater to a wider variety of audiences. A solid triple back camera coupled with a large battery powering a decently efficient chipset means that it can be daily driven to the fullest without the need of carrying a power bank.
On the other hand, the Redmi 12C really goes for the bang for buck value while being really affordable but of course, you can't expect it to be super good. But if all you need is a messaging or backup device that has a good battery and usable cameras, this may be the one for you.
Here's a quick spec summary for both devices (or three of them, if you may).
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Model |
Redmi Note 12 5G [LTE] |
Redmi 12C |
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Display |
6.67-inch AMOLED (1080p Resolution, Middle Punch Hole Notch, 120Hz Refresh Rate) |
6.71-inch IPS LCD (720p Resolution, Waterdrop Notch) |
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Chipset |
Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 [Qualcomm Snapdragon 685] |
MediaTek Helio G85 |
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RAM |
8GB |
Up to 6GB |
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Storage |
256GB |
Up to 128GB |
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Back Cameras |
Main: 50MP f/1.8 with PDAF Ultra-Wide: 8MP f/2.2 Macro: 2MP f/2.4 |
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Front Camera |
13MP |
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Battery |
5,000mAh (33W Fast Charge) |
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Price and Availability
Acquirable starting April 15, the Redmi Note 12 series retails at different prices - $369 for the 5G version and $269 for the LTE model. For the former, early purchases of the device will include a FREE Redmi Buds 4 Lite TWS. It also exists as a part of a special bundle where you can own the Note 12 5G plus a Xiaomi Robot Vacuum for only $70 a month through M1's Base plan of SGD 59.95/mth which includes 30GB + 300 mins + 300 SMS, available starting April 22.For the LTE model, you'll get the aforementioned complimentary Redmi Buds 4 Lite TWS and no more.
As for the Redmi 12C, it is priced at $179 for 4GB+128GB and $219 for 6GB+128GB.
Links for the phones are down below.
