Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 5G

“Users who care little for 5G or HFR gaming in the latest games can buy the Redmi Note 12 without hesitation.”

“Just like its 4G sibling, the Redmi Note 12 5G is a solid all-rounder with little to complain about. It has a solid OLED panel, decent battery life, although we expected more, competitive fast charging, a dependable main camera and a dedicated microSD card slot. However, with a cheaper 4G version with roughly the same user experience on one end and some solid alternatives with the same price tag on the other, the Redmi Note 12 is in a tough spot this year. The exclusion of the stereo speakers from last year is a misstep as well the unimpressive battery life. Once the price goes down a little, the Note 12 may become more convincing. But for now, do consider some of the options we outlined above too.”

“The Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 5G continues the tradition of previous Redmi Note smartphones: it offers a lot of hardware for relatively little money and delivers solid mid-range performance. The Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 doesn't exactly turn the light 6.67-inch device into a rocket, but performance is easily sufficient for everyday use. Hardly anything hiccups during use and current games run smoothly.”

“If you have a strict £300/€300 budget for a phone, the Note 12 5G is a great choice. However, significant hardware and software upgrades are available if you’re willing to spend just a little more.”