Launch report · Xiaomi

Redmi Note 12: The volume budget champ — AMOLED 120 Hz under $200.

SpecEagle Editorial·Jan 2023·$199·Score 64/100

Redmi Note 12 brought AMOLED + 120 Hz to the sub-$200 tier. Performance is the trade for an otherwise unbeatable spec list at the price.

Key specs at launch

Display

6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz

Chipset

Snapdragon 685

Memory

4 GB · 128 GB

Main cam

50 MP · f/1.8

Battery

5,000 mAh

Weight

188 g

What stands out

AMOLED 120 Hz under $200.
5,000 mAh + 33 W.
Headphone jack + microSD.
Stereo speakers.

What to watch

SD685 is slow.
No 5G on base.
MIUI ads.
IP53 only.