Xiaomi Redmi 12C – Specs, Price, Release Date & Review

Added: 01.03.23 | Updated: 10.11.23
  • Model: Redmi 12C
  • Brand: Xiaomi
  • Rating: 3.56 out of 5 (91 votes)
  • Price: 110 EUR
  • Year of manufacture: 2022
  • Dimensions: 168.8 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm
  • Weight: 192 g
  • Chipset: MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12nm)
  • Built-in memory: 64GB 4GB RAM
  • Screen: IPS LCD 6.71 inches
  • Battery: 5000 mAh
  • Rear camera: Dual, 50MP
  • Front camera: Single, 5MP

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Xiaomi Redmi 12C specs

Common | Price | Design | Screen | Hardware | Memory | Software | Main Camera | Selfie camera | Cellular | Connectivity | Battery | Audio | Sensors | Performance Benchmark

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Xiaomi Redmi 12C Release dateCommon

Brand and model

Xiaomi Redmi 12C

Launch date

2022, December 31

Xiaomi Redmi 12C PricePrice

First price

110 EUR

Xiaomi Redmi 12C dimension, size, weightDesign

Height

6.65 in (168.8 mm)

Width

3.01 in ( 76.4 mm)

Depth

0.35 in ( 8.8 mm)

Weight

6.77 oz (192 grams)

Water resistant

Colors

Black, Blue, Mint, Violet

Case

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Xiaomi Redmi 12C screenScreen

Technology IPS LCD
Size

6.71 in

Screen Area

106.5 cm2

Resolution

720 x 1650 px

Points per inch

0 PPI

Color Depth

16M

Ratio (height:width)

Ratio (screen:body)

82.6%

Additional Features

-500 nits (typ)

Screen protector

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Xiaomi Redmi 12C ProcessorHardware

Chipset

- MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12nm)

CPU

- Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55)

GPU

- Mali-G52 MC2

Xiaomi Redmi 12C Memory and storageMemory

Internal Memory

64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM

Memory Card Slot

microSDXC (dedicated slot)

Xiaomi Redmi 12C SoftwareSoftware

Operating System (OS)

MIUI 13

User Interface

Xiaomi Redmi 12C main camera specsMain Camera

Number of Cameras

Dual

Specs

-50 MP, (wide), PDAF
-2 MP (depth)

Features

LED flash, HDR

Video Recording 1080p@30fps

Xiaomi Redmi 12C selfie camera specsSelfie camera

Number of Cameras

Single

Specs

-5 MP

Video Recording 1080p@30fps

Xiaomi Redmi 12C Cellular BandsCellular

Bands GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE
-2G - GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 
CDMA 800
-3G - HSDPA 850 / 900 / 2100  
CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
-4G - 1, 3, 5, 8, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41
SIM Card Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by)
Speed HSPA, LTE

Xiaomi Redmi 12C wifi bluetooth gps nfcConnectivity

Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Bluetooth 5.1, A2DP, LE
GPS GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO
NFC Yes (market/region dependent)
USB microUSB 2.0

Xiaomi Redmi 12C Battery type and CapacityBattery

Capacity

5000 mAh

Type

Li-Po, non-removable

Charging

-Fast charging 10W

Xiaomi Redmi 12C sound and multimediaAudio

Headphone Jack Yes
Radio FM radio

Sensors

Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity

Other specifications

Others

Xiaomi Redmi 12C AnTuTu & Geekbench Scores

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C scores 251773 points in AnTuTu 9, powered by the MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12nm) chipset.

Xiaomi Redmi 12C antutu score Antutu Score

Antutu 9 Score251773 (Position 893 out of 1347)
Antutu 9 Ranking
887. Blackview BV7100255239
888. Huawei nova 11i255005
889. TCL 30 5G254895
890. Infinix Hot 30253789
891. Infinix Hot 20253460
892. Xiaomi Poco C55251897
893. Xiaomi Redmi 12C251773
894. Nokia G400251067
895. Oppo Reno8 4G250999
896. Honor X8b250759
897. alcatel TCL 20 R 5G250621
898. Doogee V11250004
899. Oppo F21 Pro249876

Xiaomi Redmi 12C geekbench ScoreGeekbench Score

GeekBench 5 Single Core414 (Position 910 out of 1884)
GeekBench 5 Multi-Core1257 (Position 1140 out of 1873)
GeekBench 5 Single Core Ranking
904. Realme C51424
905. Blackview BV8900424
906. Xiaomi Black Shark Helo421
907. Realme C53 (India)420
908. Samsung Galaxy A05419
909. Xiaomi Poco C55418
910. Xiaomi Redmi 12C414
911. Oppo A36413
912. Samsung Galaxy A05s411
913. vivo Y17s411
914. Umidigi Bison 2411
915. Realme 9i411
916. vivo Y36 (India)410
GeekBench 5 Multi Core Ranking
1134. Tecno Camon 191268
1135. Realme C25Y1268
1136. Blackview BV71001267
1137. Tecno Spark 10C1264
1138. Motorola Moto G8 Plus1264
1139. Xiaomi Redmi 10X 5G1263
1140. Xiaomi Redmi 12C1257
1141. Xiaomi Redmi Note 8 20211256
1142. Cubot Note 211254
1143. Realme C31254
1144. Xiaomi Redmi 10 20221253
1145. Motorola Moto G Stylus (2022)1252
1146. Huawei Mate 9 Pro1251
Disclaimer: This information is based on public data and official specifications from Xiaomi. However, there may be differences in specifications.

*Source of data https://www.mi.com/redmi-12c

Review of Xiaomi Redmi 12C

As someone who is always on the lookout for new and affordable technology, I was excited to get my hands on the Xiaomi Redmi 12C. I have read reviews from various sources praising this smartphone with its impressive specs, storage and display space while maintaining an affordable price. Naturally, I was curious to see if this device would live up to expectations, so I put it through a few tests. In this review, I'll share my first-hand experience with the Redmi 12C and whether it's worth considering as your next smartphone.
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Xiaomi Redmi 12C Reviews and Opinions

Rate this smartphone
3.56 / 5
(91)

Pros:
  • Affordable price
  • Good display
  • Good camera
  • Battery life
  • Good performance
Cons:
  • Micro-USB instead of USB-C, which is becoming more common
  • Not a good camera in night shooting mode
  • Low availability
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Xiaomi Redmi 12C Release Date

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C was officially announced and released on December 31, 2022. It is available in Black, Blue, Mint, Violet.

Xiaomi Redmi 12C Price

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C starts at 110 EUR. Here are the prices for all storage versions:

VersionPrice
64GB 4GB RAM110 EUR
128GB 4GB RAM110 EUR
128GB 6GB RAM110 EUR

A 256GB version of the Xiaomi Redmi 12C is not officially available — 128GB is the maximum storage option.

Frequently Asked Questions

How much does Xiaomi Redmi 12C cost?

The price of the Xiaomi Redmi 12C varies based on the specific model and storage capacity. As of the latest update, the base model starts at 110 EUR. Prices increase for models with larger storage capacity and additional features.

When did the Xiaomi Redmi 12C come out?

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C was released on December 31, 2022.

What is the size and weight of Xiaomi Redmi 12C ?

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C has dimensions of Height: 168.8 mm Width: 76.4 mm Thickness: 8.8 mm and weighs approximately 192 grams.

What is the screen size and resolution of Xiaomi Redmi 12C?

When measured as a standard rectangular shape, the screen is 6.71 inches diagonally offering a resolution of 720 x 1650 px at a pixel density of 0 ppi.

How much memory and storage does a Xiaomi Redmi 12C have?

Device comes with chipset MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12nm) with processor Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55). Xiaomi Redmi 12C is available with internal memory of 64GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM.

What are the main camera specifications and megapixels of the Xiaomi Redmi 12C?

The device have a Dual rear camera setup with specs of 50 MP, (wide), PDAF 2 MP (depth) and features like LED flash, HDR

What are the front camera specs and MP of the Xiaomi Redmi 12C?

The device comes with Single front camera setup with specs of 5 MP and features like

What colors does the Xiaomi Redmi 12C come in?

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C is available in the following colors: Black, Blue, Mint, Violet.

What is the AnTuTu score of the Xiaomi Redmi 12C?

The Xiaomi Redmi 12C scores 251773 points in AnTuTu 9.