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Xiaomi Redmi Note 12S

Brand
Xiaomi
Release date
Apr 26, 2023
Screen size
6.43 ″
Chip
Mediatek Helio
Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB

The UnboxingTN Verdict

out of 100

The Redmi Note 12S offers a vivid AMOLED display and generous storage, but modest performance, 33W charging, and Android 13 limit its appeal.

What is good

  • 6.43-inch AMOLED display with 90Hz refresh rate and 409ppi
  • 256GB storage paired with 8GB RAM
  • 176g body with 8.09mm thickness

What is not

  • MediaTek Helio platform delivers modest performance
  • 33W charging is modest for a 5000mAh battery
  • Android 13 offers limited software longevity

How the score breaks down

  • Performance 38
  • Camera 65
  • Display 56
  • Battery 29
  • Connectivity 62
  • Build 75
  • Software 34

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

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Specifications

Performance

Chip
Mediatek Helio
Chip maker
MediaTek
Process
7 nm
Graphics
Unknown mobile GPU
Operating system
Android v13
System version
13

Memory and storage

Memory
8 GB
Storage
256 GB

Display

Screen size
6.43 ″
Resolution
1,080 × 2,400
Panel type
AMOLED
Refresh rate
90 Hz
Pixel density
409 ppi

Battery

Battery
5,000 mAh
Wired charging
33 W

Cameras

Cameras
main

Connectivity

Mobile network
4G
SIM
Dual SIM, GSM+GSM
Wi-Fi
WiFi 5
Bluetooth
v5.2
NFC
Yes
USB
USB Type-C 2.0

Design

Weight
176 g
Height
159.87 mm
Width
73.87 mm
Thickness
8.09 mm

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