Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) vs Xiaomi Mi 12i
Quick Comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better RAM than Xiaomi Mi 12i. In terms of display resolution, Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has better resolution of 2460 x 1080 than Xiaomi Mi 12i which has resolution of 1080 x 2400. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more internal memory than Xiaomi Mi 12i
| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Mi 12i |
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
|---|---|---|
| Display | 6.79 in | 6.71 in |
| Internal Memory | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Camera | 50 MP + 2 MP Dual | 50 MP + 13 MP + 2 MP Triple |
| Price | Rs. 13750 | Rs. 26990 |
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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. 13750. The cost of Xiaomi Mi 12i is Rs. 26990.
Display comparison
Xiaomi Mi 12i has screen size of 6.71 inches which falls short to Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB)'s 6.79 inch screen. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has IPS Screen type where as Xiaomi Mi 12i has AMOLED Screen type. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has display density of 396 PPI & Xiaomi Mi 12i has only 395 PPI display density.
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 Mi 12i's lower 6 GB RAM. Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has more Internal Memory (256 GB) than Xiaomi Mi 12i (128 GB).
Camera comparison
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) has 50 MP + 2 MP Dual Rear Camera in comparison to Xiaomi Mi 12i's 50 MP + 13 MP + 2 MP Triple Rear Camera. Xiaomi Mi 12i 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 11 version.
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| Name | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G (8GB RAM + 256GB) | Xiaomi Mi 12i |
| General | ||
| Model | 12 5G | |
| Sim Type | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) | Dual Sim, GSM+GSM (Hybrid Slot) |
| Dual Sim | Yes | Yes |
| Sim Size | Nano SIM | Nano SIM |
| Device Type | Smartphone | Smartphone |
| Release Date | August 01, 2023 | |
| Design | ||
| Dimensions | 76.28 x 168.6 x 8.17 mm | 76.19 x 163.65 x 8.34 mm |
| Weight | 199 g | 207 g |
| Bezel less | Yes | |
| 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 |
| Size | 6.79 inches, 1080 x 2460 pixels, 90 Hz | 6.71 inches, 2400 x 1080 pixels, 120 Hz |
| Aspect Ratio | 20.5:9 | |
| PPI | ~ 396 PPI | ~ 395 PPI |
| Screen to Body Ratio | ~ 91% | |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass |
| Features | Brightness: 450 nits (typ.) | SGS Eye Care Certified Display |
| Notch | Yes, Punch Hole | Yes, Punch Hole |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 8 GB | 6 GB |
| Expandable RAM | Upto 8 GB Extra Virtual RAM | Upto 3 GB Extra Virtual RAM |
| Storage | 256 GB | 128 GB |
| Card Slot | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB | Yes, (Hybrid Slot), upto 1 TB |
| 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 |
| IR Blaster | Yes | Yes |
| Extra | ||
| GPS | Yes, with AGPS, GLONASS, BeiDou | Yes |
| Fingerprint Sensor | Yes, Side | Yes, Side |
| Face Unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Sensors | Ambient Light Sensor, E Compass, Accelerometer, IR Blaster | Accelerometer, Gyro Sensor, E-compass, Proximity Sensor, Ambient Light Sensor |
| 3.5mm Headphone Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Splash Resistant | Yes | |
| IP Rating | IP53 | IP 53 |
| Dust Resistant | Yes | |
| Extra Features | Premium Glass Back, MIUI Dialer, LPDDR4X RAM, Bottom firing loudspeaker | VC Liquidcool Technology, Wi-Fi 6 Enabled, Charging Time: 0 to 50% in 13 mins |
| Camera | ||
| Rear Camera | 50 MP ƒ/1.8 (Wide Angle) PDAF 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) | 50 MP ƒ/1.89 (Main) 13 MP ƒ/2.2 (Ultra Wide) 2 MP ƒ/2.4 (Macro) Macro |
| Auto Focus | Yes | Yes |
| Features | Night, Video, 50MP mode, Google Lens, HDR, Google lens, Voice shutter, Tilt-shift, Timed burst, Time Lapse | Panaroma, Document Mode, VLOG Mode, Time-Lapse, Long Exposure, Pro Colour Mode, Timed Burst, Movie Frame, Pro Mode |
| Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD, 720p @ 30 fps HD | 1080P, 720P |
| Flash | Yes, LED | Yes, LED |
| Front Camera | 8 MP ƒ/2 (Wide Angle) Punch Hole | 32 MP ƒ/2.45 Punch Hole |
| Front Video Recording | 1080p @ 30 fps FHD | 1080p |
| Technical | ||
| OS | Android v13 | Android v11 |
| Custom UI | MIUI 14 | |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen2 | Mediatek Dimensity 1080 |
| CPU | 2.2 GHz, Octa Core Processor | 2.6 GHz, Octa Core Processor |
| Core Details | 2x Performance Cores@2.2GHz & 6x Efficiency Cores@2GHz | 2xCortex-A78@ 2.6GHz & 6xCortex-A55@2.0 GHz |
| GPU | Adreno GPU | ARM Mali G68 MP4 |
| Java | No | No |
| Browser | Yes | Yes |
| Multimedia | ||
| Yes | Yes | |
| Music | Yes | Yes |
| Video | Yes | Yes |
| FM Radio | No | Yes |
| Document Reader | Yes | Yes |
| Battery | ||
| Type | Non-Removable Battery | Non-Removable Battery |
| Size | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery | 5000 mAh, Li-Po Battery |
| Fast Charging | Yes, 18W | Yes, 80W Turbocharge |
| Talk Time | 30 | |