Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G

Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus specs and price Brand Xiaomi Model Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro Announced 2022, October 27 Released 2022, October 27 Operating System Android 13, MIUI 14 Chipset Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) CPU Speed Octa-core (2×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) GPU Mali-G68 MC4 Storage 256GB RAM 8GB/12GB Card Slot No Rear Camera 200 MP  8 MP 2 MP Front Camera 16 MP Network GSM / CDMA / HSPA / CDMA2000 / LTE / 5G Sim Card Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) Weight 208.4 g (7.34 oz) Dimensions 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm (6.41 x 2.99 x 0.35 in) Screen Resolution 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) Display Type OLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10 , 500 nits (typ), 900 nits (HBM) Display Size 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.8% screen-to-body ratio) 3.5mm jack Yes, 24-bit/192kHz audio Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE GPS GPS (L1), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1I B1c), GALILEO (E1), QZSS (L1) NFC Yes Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG Radio Unspecified Sensor Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass Battery Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable Fast Charging 120W wired, PD3.0, 100% in 19 min (advertised) Colors Arctic White, Iceberg Blue, Obsidian Black, Trend edition Price in Kenya Ksh 50,000 Build and Display The design and aesthetics of the Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus is almost similar to the Note 12 Pro. Every inch of Note 12 Pro handset makes it an appealing high-end phone although it is a mid-tier device. It measures 162.9 x 76 x 8.9 mm and weighs 208g. It is dual SIM hence giving you the option to choose the best networks to subscribe to and enjoy the services.  The device is IP53 rated, being both water and dustproof. Redmi Note 12 comes in Arctic White, Iceberg Blue, Obsidian Black, and Trend edition color options, hence a wide array of colors to choose from depending on one’s preference. Display. The handset boasts a bright, 6.67-inch OLED display, which is way better than IPS LCD and TFT screens on some handsets. At 500/900 nits’ brightness, and 1080 x 2400 pixels resolution, the user is assured of great experiences when exploring the internet and browsing through multi-media. The superior display is worth protecting, hence kudos to the Redmi team for the tamper-proof Corning Gorilla Glass 5 installed on the handset. Cameras Installed on the handset is a single, 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide) selfie camera that is capable of taking decent shots, besides the capability of taking 1080p@30/60fps video shots. Packed at the rear of the handset is a powerful, triple camera set-up consisting of: 200 MP, f/1.7, 24mm (wide), 1/1.4″, 0.56µm, PDAF, OIS primary camera 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4″, 1.12µm lens 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) sensor. Featuring Dual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, and panorama, the user has options to pick from depending on the location, lighting and scenery. The main camera is capable of taking 4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60/120fps, and 720p@960fps video shots, making the Note 12 Pro one of the few mid-tier handsets able to record professional snaps and video content. Processing Power and Efficiency Redmi Note 12 Pro runs on Android 12, MIUI 13 OS platform. A Mediatek MT6877V Dimensity 1080 (6 nm) runs operations in the background and ensures efficiency and fast processing of commands. Supporting the chipset and ensuring the seamless running of the handset whether multi-tasking, live streaming or playing games is the Octa-core (2×2.6 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6×2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) CPU and Mali-G68 MC4 GPU. Combined, the processing unit makes a good case when it comes to reliability, fast processing, and enabling prompt response to commands issued by the user without experiencing lags and stuttering. Equally, enabling seamless operations is abundant RAM and ROM installed on the handset. It comes with an inbuilt   256GB 8GB RAM and 256GB 12GB RAM with UFS 2.2. No Micro SD is supported, which is understandable considering the sufficiency of the inbuilt memory space. Network and Communications Another great complement that makes Redmi Note 12 Pro worth owing in 2023 is its network connectivity. It is 5G enabled, and supports up to 5G networks, depending on your network supplier and coverage in your area. With 5G, the user is assured of fast uploading and downloading of content and data. The handset has HSPA, LTE-A (CA), and 5G network speeds for the user to use when browsing the internet, chatting, and making video calls. Installed on the handset are several sensors which enable convenience when communicating and handling the device. Fingerprint (side-mounted) sensor Accelerometer Gyroscope Proximity sensor Compass Battery A Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery powers the Note 12 Pro . A fast 100W charger enabled fast charge of the battery. The adapter is capable of charging 1-50% of the battery in 15 minutes, and 1-100% in a record 46 minutes. Hence with the Redmi Note 12 Pro, the user will be least worried about low power or running out of power. Pros and Cons of the Redmi Note 12 Pro Pros 5G enabled Very affordable for its price and specifications Powerful camera set-up of up to 200MP main camera. 4K video recording capability Powerful battery Supports fast charging, with 100W IP53, dust and splash resistant Corning Gorilla Glass 5 The fingerprint scanner is installed on it. Sufficient RAM And ROM options Supports a 3.5mm jack port. Cons No MicroSD supported No wireless and or reverse charging supported Verdict. For the price, Xiaomi Redmi Note 12 Pro is worth it, going by its specific