Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2460 x 1080 than Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G which has resolution of 2400 x 1080. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.79 in | 6.55 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4300 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual | 108 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 14499 | Rs. 29990 |
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Price And Launch
The launch Date of the first phone is August 01, 2023. The cost of Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) is Rs. 14499. The launch Date of the second phone is July 11, 2022. The cost of Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G is Rs. 29990.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has larger screen size of 6.79 inches in comparison to Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G's 6.55 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS Screen type where as Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G has AMOLED Screen type. Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G has display density of 402 PPI & Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has only 396 PPI display density. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 20.5:9 aspect ratio where as Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G has 20:9 aspect ratio.
Memory comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s larger 8 GB RAM is better for playing games and all with respect to Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G's lower 6 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G's 108 MP + 8 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera outshines Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera in terms of resolution. Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G will be better choice if you're looking to click lot of selfies as it has better 32 MP Front Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 8 MP Front Camera.
Technical comparison
Both the phones has Android Operating System but the first one runs on version 13 and the second one on 12 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G |
| General | ||
| Model | 12 5G | Mi 12 Lite |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano+Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | August 01, 2023 | July 11, 2022 |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.28 x 168.6 x 8.17 mm | 73.7 x 159.3 x 7.29 mm |
| Weight | 199 g | 173 g |
| Colors | Moonstone Sliver, Pastel Blue, Jade Black | |
| Display | ||
| Type | Color IPS Screen (16M Colors) | Color AMOLED Screen (16M Colors) |
| Touch | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate | Yes, 240 Hz Touch Sampling Rate |
| Size | 6.79 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.55 inches, 1080 x 2400 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | 20:9 |
| PPI | ~ 396 PPI | ~ 402 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 91% | |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| HDR Support | Yes, Dolby Vision | |
| Features | Brightness: 450 nits (typ.) | Dolby Vision , Reading mode 3.0, Sunlight mode 3.0, 500nits (typ), 800nits (High Brightness mode), 950nits (peak) Brightness |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Storage Type | UFS 2.2 | |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | No |
| Connectivity | ||
| GPRS | Yes | Yes |
| EDGE | Yes | Yes |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| 5G Bands | SA: n1/n3/n5/n8/n28/n40/n78, NSA: n1/n3/n8/n40/n78 | |
| VoLTE | Yes, Dual Stand-By | Yes, Dual Stand-By |
| Wifi | Yes, with wifi-hotspot | Yes, with wifi-hotspot |
| Wifi Version | Wi-Fi: 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac，2.4G/5G | |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v5.3, A2DP, LE | Yes, v5.2 |
| USB | Yes, USB-C | Yes, USB-C |
| USB Features | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go | USB Tethering, USB on-the-go, USB Charging |
| IR Blaster | Yes | |
| Performance | ||
| Camera Score | 63 (DxOMark) | |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou | Yes with A-GPS, Glonass |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, In Display |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, E Compass, Accelerometer, IR Blaster | |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | USB Type-C |
| NFC | Yes | |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP53 | |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Premium Glass Back, MIUI Dialer, LPDDR4X RAM, Bottom firing loudspeaker | |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) PDAF 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) | 108 MP (Main) 8 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro |
| OIS | Yes | |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Night, Video, 50MP mode, Google Lens, HDR, Google lens, Voice shutter, Tilt-shift, Timed burst, Time Lapse | Digital Zoom, Auto Flash, Face detection, Touch to focus |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 4K, 1080p |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 32 MP ƒ/2.45 Punch Hole, Screen Flash |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v13 | Android v12 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.4 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x Performance Cores@2.2GHz & 6x Efficiency Cores@2GHz | 1x2.4 GHz Kryo 670 Prime & 3x2.2 GHz Kryo 670 Gold & 4x1.9 GHz Kryo 670 Silver |
| GPU | Adreno GPU | Adreno 642L |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | No |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 4300 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W | Yes, 67W Fast Charging |