Launch report · Xiaomi
Redmi Note 12 Pro: A balanced mid-ranger with a Sony IMX766 main camera.
SpecEagle Editorial·Jan 2023·$299·Score 74/100
The Redmi Note 12 Pro stands out for its OIS Sony main sensor and bright AMOLED at $299. The Dimensity 1080 and secondary cameras are the expected budget compromises.
Key specs at launch
Display
6.67" AMOLED 120 Hz
Chipset
Dimensity 1080
Memory
6 GB · 128 GB
Main cam
50 MP · f/1.88
Battery
5,000 mAh
Weight
187 g
What stands out
- Quality Sony IMX766 main camera with OIS, rare at $299.
- Bright 120 Hz AMOLED with a headphone jack.
- 67 W fast charging.
- Large 5,000 mAh battery.
What to watch
- Dimensity 1080 is entry-mid performance.
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide and token 2 MP macro.
- IP53 and plastic build.
- Only 2 years of OS updates.
The phone it has to beat
Pixel 8a
$499 · score 83/100