Verdict
The Xiaomi 12 Pro packs a lot of punch and performance while dropping off the camera game, and because of it, all the battery suffers massively.
Key specs
Critic consensus
“The Xiaomi 12 Pro is not without its flaws. Perhaps most significant among those is the battery life, where key competitors have it beat. The lack of dust and water protection also raises eyebrows on a phone at this level. Top-tier chipsets tend to suffer under peak load, and so does the Snapdragon in the Xiaomi 12 Pro, but this one throttles especially aggressively. And for all its camera goodness, the missing autofocus on the ultrawide module and the relatively short reach of the tele limit its potential as a cameraphone. Not everyone needs ultra-grade cameras, however, and the 12 Pro offers a respectable level of picture-taking capabilities, front and back, day and night.”
“The Xiaomi 12 Pro packs plenty of raw power for blazing-fast performance and charging speeds, but falls short in vital areas such as the battery and the camera. A good enough buy for those with a need for speed, but you can get truly great phones for the same price.”
“The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a frustrating handset. Nicely made and featuring a superb AMOLED screen, a top-end chipset and a triple 50MP rear camera array with a usable zoom mode, it also offers very fast charging and a useful IR blaster. However, the speakers are nothing special, there's no IP rating, and battery life is disappointing.”
“If you’re in the market for a new Android flagship, the Xiaomi 12 Pro offers a lot of what you’d want: a display that is great and not noticeably inferior to anything else on the market, a top-end SoC, and a really good main camera. But its ultra-wide and zoom system is not as good as rivals, and the overheating issue could be problematic to those who plan on playing mobile games often.”
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In Depth
Looking at the phone, it’s easy to tell the Xiaomi 12 Pro is big, has a nice screen, and has an excellent finish. What else does it have to offer?
Design
The Xiaomi 12 Pro is too large to use one-handed. There’s a matte finish on the back of the phone, though, which can help improve grip. The color options are Blue, Gray, or Purple. Reviewers stated that the colors are not overblown; they’re muted, giving the phone a grown-up feel.
Display
The Xiaomi 12 Pro utilizes a Samsung 120Hz LTPO AMOLED panel, offering bright, vibrant visuals with excellent color quality. If you need to save battery, you toggle 120Hz mode off. Reviewers liked the ability to control the color on a granular level as well.
Performance
The phone has the highest level of Android chips in the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, and it shows. Powerful and quick, reviewers were delighted with the performance, multitasking like a dream in most cases.
Software & Storage
It comes loaded with Android 12, but a slight change is the new UI MIUI. The issue reviewers had with the MIUI is the bloatware it came installed with otherwise, it performed better than past attempts on other phones. You have the option of 128GB or 256GB for storage. Sadly there’s only a dual SIM slot but not a MicroSD expansion option.
Cameras
The primary 50MP lens worked great, according to reviewers. The only issue that reviewers mentioned regarding the camera was a poor zoom ability and the price point of the phone being worthy of a better set of cameras.
Battery Life
Looking at the stats for the battery, it’s pretty small for other phones in its class. However, it seemed to get through the day just fine. Of course, with all battery life, it depends on what you do with the phone, especially with the 120Hz refresh rate available. Overall, reviewers felt confident it would last a day.
Audio
There are two speakers on the Xiaomi 12 Pro, top and bottom. Reviewers said that while it still couldn’t beat Apple’s amazing sound, it came reasonably close. It helps that they have support from Dolby Atmos.
Specs at a Glance
- Aluminum chassis
- 6.7-inch Samsung LTPO AMOLED
- Qualcomm SM8450 Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor
- 8/12GB of RAM
- Android 12
- 128GB/256GB of storage
- 50+MP camera
- 4600mAh battery
Bottom Line
There’s not a lot to be dissatisfied with regarding the Xiaomi 12 Pro. Maybe the camera doesn’t feel entirely up to par with the price point. Those in the U.S will be sorely disappointed that it doesn’t support their networks in most cases. But other than those two items, there wasn’t an issue that arose from using the phone.
Android Police states, “The Xiaomi 12 Pro is the definition of a solid phone. It has a sharp display, best-in-class speakers, and a great camera setup. However, it’s big, doesn’t work in the US, and MIUI will be a big adjustment coming from any other Android phone.”
Tech Radar says, “The Xiaomi 12 Pro is one of the most balanced phones around, and the fact that it costs just shy of $1,000 means it undercuts the best from Apple, Oppo, and Samsung. It misses out on a good camera zoom, but that’s the only real drawback to an otherwise great package – one that combines a refined design that keeps fingerprints at bay with class-leading fast-charging, a zingy screen, and stacks of power.”
What people actually want to know
When was the Xiaomi 12 Pro released?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro was released on December 31, 2021.
How long does the battery last on the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro has a 4,600 mAh battery.
Does the Xiaomi 12 Pro support wireless charging?
Yes, the Xiaomi 12 Pro supports wireless charging. It supports up to 50W wireless charging.
Does the Xiaomi 12 Pro have a headphone jack?
No, the Xiaomi 12 Pro does not have a headphone jack. You'll need wireless headphones or a USB-C adapter.
Does the Xiaomi 12 Pro have NFC?
Yes, the Xiaomi 12 Pro has NFC. You can use Google Wallet, Apple Pay, and tap-to-pair with Bluetooth accessories.
Where can I get support for the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
Visit Xiaomi's official support page for warranty info, repairs, and troubleshooting.
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