Novel Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro – A Report
Xiaomi has officially unveiled its flagship Xiaomi 12 series in China (Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro with Snapdragon 8 Gen-1 SoC) following a slew of speculations and leaks. As previously stated, the Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro are the most recent devices to have new Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor. The next-generation MIUI 13, the Xiaomi Watch S1, and Mi True Wireless Noise Cancelling Headphones 3 were also announced.
Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro Specification
| Features | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
| Brand | Xiaomi | Xiaomi |
| Model | 12 | 12 Pro |
| Release date | 28th December 2021 | 28th December 2021 |
| Launched in India | No | No |
| Form factor | Touchscreen | Touchscreen |
| Dimensions (mm) | 152.70 x 69.90 x 8.16 | 163.60 x 74.60 x 8.16 |
| Weight (g) | 179.00 | 205.00 |
| Battery capacity (mAh) | 4,500 | 4,600 |
| Fast charging | Proprietary | Proprietary |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes |
| Refresh Rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Screen size (inches) | 6.28 | 6.73 |
| Touchscreen | Yes | Yes |
| Resolution | 1080×2400 pixels | 1,440×3,200 pixels |
| Protection type | Gorilla Glass | Gorilla Glass |
| Processor | 1.8GHz octa-core (1x3GHz + 3×2.5GHz + 4×1.8GHz) | octa-core |
| Processor make | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB |
| Internal storage | 128GB | 128GB |
| No. of Rear Cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Rear autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Rear flash | Yes | Yes |
| Front camera | 32-megapixel | 32-megapixel |
| No. of Front Cameras | 1 | 1 |
| Front autofocus | Yes | Yes |
| Rear camera | 50-megapixel (f/1.88) + 5-megapixel + 13-megapixel (f/2.4) | 50-megapixel (f/1.9) + 50-megapixel (f/1.9) + 50-megapixel (f/2.2) |
| Operating system | Android | Android |
| Skin | MIUI 13 | MIUI 13 |
| Wi-Fi | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi standards supported | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax | 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| Bluetooth | Yes, v 5.20 | Yes, v 5.20 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| USB Type-C | Yes | Yes |
| Number of SIMs | 2 | 2 |
| Wi-Fi Direct | Yes | Nano-SIM |
| GSM/CDMA | GSM | GSM |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G/ LTE | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Supports 4G in India (Band 40) | Yes | Yes |
| SIM Type | Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM |
| GSM/CDMA | GSM | GSM |
| 3G | Yes | Yes |
| 4G/ LTE | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Supports 4G in India (Band 40) | Yes | Yes |
| Compass/ Magnetometer | Yes | Yes |
| Proximity sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Accelerometer | Yes | Yes |
| Ambient light sensor | Yes | Yes |
| Gyroscope | Yes | Yes |
Xiaomi 12 Specifications
This is the most basic model in the collection, with slightly reduced specifications. It will include a rectangular Mi 10T-style rear camera hump with one large camera housing, two mini camera housings, and an LED flash, as rumored. A punch-hole screen is located in the center of the room. It’s only 180 grams and comes in four different colors: Classic Black, Blue, Purple, as well as Wild Green.
Display
Display is 6.28 inches in size, which is relatively small for an AMOLED display. It offers a 120Hz refresh rate, 1100 nits of high brightness, as well as a pixel density of 419ppi. A 12-bit display features a Corning Gorilla Glass Victus layer and is said to have smashed 15 DisplayMate A+ records.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 CPU is combined with up to 12GB of RAM and 256GB of storage in the phone.
Camera
3 rear cameras are available: a 50MP primary IMX766 camera with OIS, a 13MP ultra-wide camera with a field of view of 123 degrees, and a macro camera. A 32MP front camera is included. The phone is said to offer quick imaging and includes camera features including CyberFocus technology for human eye tracking, face tracking, sports tracking, and improved video tracking.
Xiaomi 12 Pro Specifications
Xiaomi 12 Pro is the series’ top-of-the-line smartphone. It has a design that is similar to Xiaomi 12 but with minor differences. Gadget comes in the same color selections as the vanilla model, with the exception of a leather finish on the Wild Green edition.
Display
Smartphone features a 6.73-inch LTPO 2.0 AMOLED screen that has a resolution of 3,200 x 1,440 pixels, a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 480Hz, as well as a max brightness of 1500 nits, as well as a refresh rate of 120Hz, a touch sampling rate of 480Hz, and a peak brightness of 1500 nits.
A Corning Gorilla Glass Victus additionally protects it. Micro-Lens micro prism tech as well as Smart Dynamic Refresh Rate Technology are supported by LTPO display. In addition, it has shattered 15 DisplayMate A+ records.
Price
Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro is available in three RAM+ Storage configurations, with the following prices:
| Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 12 Pro |
| CNY 3,699 for 8GB+128GB (around Rs 43,3000) | CNY 4699 for 8GB+128GB (around Rs 55000) |
| CNY 3,999 for 8GB+256GB (around Rs 46,800) | CNY 4999 for 8GB+256GB (around Rs 58600) |
CNY 4,399B for 12GB+12GB (around Rs 51,500) | CNY 5399 for 12GB+256GB (around Rs 63200) |
Our Verdict
All types of users will benefit from Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor, 8GB / 12GB of RAM, as well as Adreno 730 graphics adapter. It’s impossible to think of someone who would criticize the MIUI proprietary shell’s rapid program launch and fluid interface. Gamers will be able to play any game at high graphics settings for several years. Although there is some throttling, the chipset does not get as hot as the prior 888 CPU.
At the same time, the energy economy isn’t poor; with a 4600mAh battery, the purchaser may expect to obtain roughly 7-8 hrs of active screen time in general. However, in addition to fast charging at 120W, which allows the battery to reach 100% capacity in 30 min, battery also has a wireless counterpart (50W). The ROM has been increased to 128 / 256GB, however, there is no way to expand it in the phablet, and there is no separate headphone socket.
Conclusion
The novelty’s appearance has inherited many of its predecessors’ characteristics but has also undergone significant alterations. The most notable of these is the tiny, hardly visible 32MP front-facing camera, which takes up no valuable display area.
At the same time, while the quality of the selfie is inferior to that of typical alternatives, it does not create any significant concerns. Naturally, the body is built of hand-cooling aluminum and robust tempered glass, resulting in a very nice tactile experience from an Android smartphone. In terms of design, the camera unit is meticulously thought out, and the colors of the rear panels are stunning.
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People May Ask
Q- Is There A Headphone Jack?
A- Because the Xiaomi Mi 12 Pro features a USB Type-C headphone socket, you’ll need to purchase an adapter to connect regular 3.5 mm headphones.
Q- Is There A Wireless Charging Option?
A- Yes. Wireless charging is possible.
Q- Is There An IR Blaster?
A- You may utilize the Xiaomi Mi 12 Pro’s infrared (IR) blaster as a remote control.
Q- Does It Have An IP68 Rating For Water Resistance?
A- Yes. Make sure your supports are water-resistant.
Q- Does It Support NFC?
A- NFC is available on the Xiaomi Mi 12 Pro.
Q- Is It Possible To Charge It Quickly?
A- Yes. Have fast-charging capabilities.
Q- Does It Work With 5G?
A- The Xiaomi Mi 12 Pro supports 5G, allowing you to access the Internet at up to 25 Gb/s.
Q- Is There An SD Card?
A- SD cards and extra storage are not supported by the Xiaomi Mi 12 Pro.
