Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro

“The Redmi Note 12 Pro is a successful upgrade of the Note 11 Pro, which we hadn't necessarily expected just by looking at the data sheet. Although the main camera only offers a 50 MP resolution, the optically stabilized Sony image sensor turns it into a very good overall package for a midrange smartphone costing less than 400 Euros (~$440), particularly since you can finally record videos at UHD quality.”

“The Note 12 Pro, despite its naming conventions, is certainly a budget phone. Despite that label, however, it is capable of pleasantly surprising you with its solid performance and camera results. This phone feels like the benchmark that Redmi has set for itself. It just works: no software issues, no random glitches, no obviously cut corners. And it is prepared to let you push it to the limit, if you so choose.”

“The Note 12 Pro is a clear step down from the Pro+, but also significantly cheaper. It’s a great phone for the money, although the same can be said for plenty of similarly priced devices.”

“It’s tough to fault a smartphone like this that offers a premium experience that often costs three times what the Redmi retails for. While a lack of 5G connectivity is notable, unlike the Huawei Mate 50 Pro, this is an omission we can handle given the price point of the Redmi, its ability to run Android and its overall performance. The battery performance is fantastic, the display is simply lovely and the camera is going to impress you with how stunning your snaps look.”