Xiaomi introduced the Xiaomi 12. Three models will initially appear in China. We looked at the models and tell you the differences.
Xiaomi has officially presented its new flagship model, the Xiaomi 12. At the start of sales in China there will be three versions, named Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12X and Xiaomi 12 Pro. In our comparison you will learn everything about the equipment and the differences between the three models.
Display, format and size
processor and memory
Battery, runtime and charging
camera
material and design
price and availability
Please note: For the time being, it is not known which models will be released in Europe. An official presentation of the global versions is still pending. However, it is very likely that at least the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro will also be available from us with a similar configuration. A “slimmed down” model similar to the 12X is also conceivable. Therefore we want to offer you an outlook here.
Display, format and size
The Xiaomi 12 models are smaller than their predecessors. The display of the standard version of the Xiaomi Mi 11 measures 6.81 inches and has the dimensions 164.3 x 74.6 x 8.1 mm. The Xiaomi 12 Per is equipped with a 6.73-inch display and measures 163.6 x 74.6 x 8.2 mm.
Xiaomi 12 and 12X are a little more compact. They are equipped with a 6.28 inch display and measure 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.2 mm. The Xiaomi 12 is basically a rather compact cell phone.
The Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro in direct size comparison: 6.28 and 6.73 inches. (Source: Xiaomi)
The Xiaomi 12 Pro also differs from the two “smaller” versions in the display technology. Xiaomi 12 and 12X come with Full HD+ AMOLED displays, while Xiaomi 12 Pro comes with a 2K AMOLED display.
This creates a difference in quality, which can be illustrated using the pixel density, pixels per inch (ppi). For the 12 and 12X, the pixel density is 419 ppi, while the 12 Pro is around 521 ppi. Good news for mobile gamers: all three displays have a refresh rate of 120 megahertz.
processor and memory
Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro are equipped with the latest Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 chipset. Both versions appear in the following memory configurations:
- 8GB + 128GB
- 8GB + 256GB
- 12GB + 256GB
The Xiaomi 12X, on the other hand, uses the somewhat older Qualcomm Snapdragon 870. However, the memory configurations are the same as the “big” versions. A memory expansion is not possible with any version.
Battery, runtime and charging
The differences in the battery volumes are not very large. The battery of the Xiaomi 12 and 12X has a capacity of 4,500 milliamp hours (mAh), while the battery of the 12 Pro has a capacity of only 100 mAh more at 4,600mAh. So far there is no data that reveals more about the battery life.
Unlike the other two models, the Xiaomi 12X cannot be charged wirelessly. This feature offers 50 watts of wireless charging and is only included on the “bigger” versions Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro. Wired, the 12 and 12X charge with up to 67 watts and the 12 Pro even with up to 120 watts.
camera
The Xiaomi 12 versions come with triple camera configurations. Xiaomi 12 and 12X are equipped with a 50 megapixel main sensor. This is complemented by a 13-megapixel ultra wide-angle camera and a 5-megapixel macro camera.
The Xiaomi 12 Pro has three 50-megapixel cameras. Here the constellation consists of a main sensor, an ultra wide-angle camera and a telephoto camera with a double zoom. The three models are equipped with 32-megapixel front cameras.
material and design
The display and the back of the Xiaomi 12 models are made of Gorilla Glass Victus. They are only separated by a narrow plastic frame. The design of the smartphone looks simple and elegant. The body, frame and camera island are monochromatic and unfussy.
Four color versions were announced: black, pink, blue and green. The standard version of the Xiaomi 12 can optionally be purchased with a back made of green, vegan leather.
You can choose from these four color schemes in total. (Source: Screenshot Xiaomi stream)
price and availability
Since the Xiaomi 12 has only been announced for the Chinese market so far, only Chinese prices are known. In order to provide an approximate orientation as to how Xiaomi’s price expectations are staggered for the individual versions, we have converted the prices from yuan to euros and listed them together with the known data.
| Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 12 Pro | Xiaomi 12X | |
|---|---|---|---|
| processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 |
| random access memory | 8 or 12 gigabytes | 8 or 12 gigabytes | 8 or 12 gigabytes |
| screen | 6.28 inch AMOLED display | 6.73 inch LTPO AMOLED display | 6.28 inch AMOLED display |
| camera | Triple camera (50 megapixels, 13 megapixels, telephoto lens) | Triple camera (3 x 50 megapixels) | Triple camera (50 megapixels, 13 megapixels, telephoto lens) |
| front camera | 32 megapixels | 32 megapixels | 32 megapixels |
| battery volume | 4,500mAh | 4,600mAh | 4,500mAh |
| Wireless charging | Yes | Yes | no |
| OS and UI | Android 12 & MIUI 13 | Android 12 & MIUI 13 | Android 12 & MIUI 13 |
| versions and prices | |||
| 8GB RAM & 128GB | 3,699 yuan / around 514 euros | 4,699 yuan / around 653 euros | 3,199 yuan / around 445 euros |
| 8GB RAM & 256GB | 3,999 yuan / around 556 euros | 4,999 yuan / around 695 euros | 3,499 yuan / around 486 euros |
| 12GB RAM & 256GB | 4,399 yuan / around 611 euros | 5,399 yuan / around 750 euros | 3,799 yuan / around 528 euros |
Xiaomi 12 at a glance
The Xiaomi 12 will be available in China in these versions from December 31st. An official presentation for the world market should take place next spring, in all probability in February or March. If you don’t want to wait until then, you can try to import the cell phone to Germany via specialized dealers. Please note, however, that additional fees may apply.
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