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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12R

Brand
Xiaomi
Release date
Jun 1, 2023
Screen size
6.79 ″
Chip
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
Memory
8 GB
Storage
128 GB

The UnboxingTN Verdict

out of 100

The Redmi Note 12R offers reliable 5G connectivity and good cameras, but its display, battery and IP53 protection limit the experience.

What is good

  • 5G, dual-band Wi-Fi and Bluetooth 5.3 provide strong connectivity.
  • The main and selfie cameras deliver convincing results.
  • Storage reaches 256GB, paired with 8GB of RAM.

What is not

  • The 6.79-inch IPS LCD reaches only 550 nits.
  • The 5000 mAh battery limits endurance for this large phone.
  • IP53 protection remains limited against dust and water.

How the score breaks down

  • Performance 46
  • Camera 70
  • Display 39
  • Battery 25
  • Connectivity 80
  • Build 38
  • Software 34

UnboxingTN review · based on the specifications · engine 1.0.2 · Updated Sep 13, 2026

Written by UnboxingTN’s AI from the score and the specification sheet.

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Also known as

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Specifications

Performance

Chip
Snapdragon 4 Gen 2
Chip maker
Qualcomm
Process
4 nm
Graphics
Adreno 613
Operating system
Android 13, MIUI 14
System version
13

Memory and storage

Memory
8 GB
Storage
128 GB
256 GB

Display

Screen size
6.79 ″
Resolution
1,080 × 2,460
Panel type
IPS LCD, 90Hz, 550 nits
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Pixel density
396 ppi

Battery

Battery
5,000 mAh

Cameras

Cameras
main
selfie

Connectivity

Mobile network
5G
SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band
Bluetooth
5.3, A2DP, LE
USB
USB Type-C

Design

Weight
199 g
Height
168.6 mm
Width
76.28 mm
Thickness
8.17 mm
IP rating
IP53

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