Xiaomi Redmi 12C
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₨ 22,999
- Release January 2023
- OS Android 12
- Display 6.71" IPS LCD
- Camera 50MP
- RAM 3GB / 4GB / 6GB
- Battery 5000mAh
PROS
- 1 Large 6.71-inch IPS LCD display
- 2 5000mAh battery for long use
- 3 50MP main camera
- 4 microSD card slot and NFC
- 5 Rear-mounted fingerprint sensor
CONS
- 1 No 5G support
- 2 Only 10W charging — very slow for a 5000mAh battery
- 3 Low-resolution 720p display
- 4 microUSB port, not USB Type-C
Specification
Network
| Technology The mobile network technology the phone uses, such as GSM, HSPA or LTE. It determines which types of networks the phone can connect to. | GSM / HSPA / LTE |
| 2G bands The second-generation mobile network bands the phone can use for calls and basic data. Support for more bands means better compatibility with different networks. | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 - SIM 1 & SIM 2 |
| 3G bands The third-generation mobile network bands the phone supports for calls and mobile data. More supported bands mean better compatibility with different networks. | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 |
| 4G bands The fourth-generation (LTE) mobile network bands the phone supports. More supported bands mean better compatibility and coverage on different networks. | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 |
| Speed The data speed the phone can support on mobile networks. Higher speeds mean faster downloads and uploads when the network supports them. | HSPA, LTE |
Body
| Dimensions The height, width and thickness of the phone, usually measured in millimetres. Smaller dimensions generally make a phone easier to hold. | 168.8 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm |
| Weight How heavy the phone is, measured in grams. A lower weight generally makes a phone more comfortable to hold for long periods. | 192 g |
| SIM The SIM card type and number the phone accepts, such as Nano-SIM or dual SIM. It determines how many mobile connections can be used. | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
Display
| Type The kind of display panel used in the phone. Different panel types affect colour, contrast and power use. | IPS LCD capacitive touchscreen, 16M colors, 60Hz, 500 nits (typ) |
| Size The diagonal size of the display, measured in inches from corner to corner. | 6.71 inches, 720 x 1650 pixels (~268 ppi density) |
| Resolution The number of pixels in the display, shown as width by height. Higher resolution generally means a sharper image. | 720 x 1650 pixels |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | 60Hz, 500 nits (typ) |
Platform
| OS The operating system software that runs the phone and its apps. Its version affects features, security and app compatibility. | Android 12, MIUI 13 |
| Chipset The main processor platform that powers the device. It controls performance, power efficiency and supported features. | MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) |
| CPU The central processing unit that runs apps and tasks. More cores and higher clock speeds generally mean faster performance. | Octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU The graphics processing unit that handles images, video and games. A more capable GPU generally gives smoother graphics and gaming. | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Memory
| Card slot A special slot for inserting a memory card. Memory cards allow you to expand the phone's built-in memory (or in the past these slots have been used to add some missing features such as Wi-Fi connectivity). Memory cards have different capacities and are used to store and transfer files between compatible devices. There are several types of memory cards. The most popular and frequently used by mobile phone manufacturers is microSD; however, up until recently Sony Ericsson exclusively used the Memory Stick Micro (M2) card type developed by Sony. | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
| Internal Storage The built-in storage space for apps, photos and files, measured in gigabytes. More storage lets you keep more content on the phone. | 32GB / 64GB / 128GB |
| RAM The memory the phone uses to run apps and keep them open in the background, measured in gigabytes. More RAM generally helps multitasking run smoothly. | 3GB / 4GB / 6GB |
| Variant A phone variant is a specific model or version of a phone that differs slightly from other versions of the same phone from the same manufacturer. These differences can include variations in colors, sizes, features, specifications, or other attributes that distinguish one variant from another. For example, smartphones can have different storage capacities and colors, and different iPhone variants can have different cellular bands. | 3GB + 32GB, 4GB + 64GB, 6GB + 128GB |
Camera
| Dual A camera is a device that captures light and processes it into an image. It does this through a lens, which focuses the light onto a light-sensitive surface where a picture is formed. This could be film in traditional cameras or an electronic sensor in digital cameras. | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF 0.08 MP, f/3.0, (auxiliary lens) |
| Features Additional functions included for that part of the phone, such as special modes or enhancements. The list shows which extra functions are supported. | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Video The meaning of VIDEO CAMERA is a camera that records video and usually audio | Video: 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera The front-facing camera used for self-portraits and video calls. Higher megapixels can give more detail, along with features such as autofocus or flash. | 5 MP, f/2.2, (wide) |
More
| Loudspeaker The built-in speaker used for calls on speakerphone, music and videos. It states whether the phone has one and its type, such as stereo speakers. | Yes |
| 3.5mm jack A round headphone port for wired headphones and audio accessories. If present, wired audio can be used without an adapter. | Yes |
| WLAN The Wi-Fi standards the phone supports for wireless internet. Newer standards generally offer faster speeds and better connections. | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth A short-range wireless technology for connecting accessories such as headphones and speakers. A newer version generally offers better range, speed and power efficiency. | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| GPS Satellite positioning used to find the phone location for maps and navigation. Support for more satellite systems can improve accuracy. | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC Near Field Communication, a short-range wireless feature for contactless payments and quick pairing. It works only over very short distances. | Yes |
| FM radio Mobile phones that support FM radio have a dedicated FM radio receiver chip. This chip is responsible for receiving FM radio signals and converting them into audio signals that can be played through the phone's speakers or headphones. | Yes |
| USB The USB port used for charging and data transfer. Newer USB versions generally offer faster transfer speeds and a reversible connector. | microUSB 2.0 |
| Infrared port An infrared (IR) port is a port on an electronic device that sends and receives data using infrared light. IR ports were commonly used in wireless devices to allow for fast communication with other devices, such as base stations. IR ports work by allowing two devices to face each other and share data using infrared rays within a range of 10 meters. | |
| Sensors Built-in sensors that detect motion, light, position and other conditions. They enable features such as auto-rotation, face unlock and navigation. | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer, proximity, compass |
| Battery Type The kind of battery used in the phone and whether it can be removed. It describes the battery technology and form. | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable |
| Battery Capacity The size of the battery, measured in milliamp-hours (mAh). A higher capacity usually means longer use between charges. | 5000 mAh |
| Charging How the battery is charged, including wired and wireless charging speeds in watts. Higher wattage usually means faster charging. | 10W wired |
| Made by The company that makes the device. It names the manufacturer responsible for the phone. | China |
| Color The color options in which the phone is available. Color choice does not affect performance or features. | Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple |
| Models The specific model numbers or variants of the phone sold in different regions. Different models may vary in bands or storage. | 22120RN86G |
Disclaimer
We do not guarantee that the information of this page is 100% accurate and up to date. Read more
The Xiaomi Redmi 12C is a budget smartphone from Xiaomi, released in January 2023. It pairs a large 6.71-inch display with a 5000mAh battery, a 50MP main camera and a rear-mounted fingerprint sensor, and it is priced in Pakistan from Rs. 22,999.
Design and Display
- Display: 6.71-inch IPS LCD, 720 x 1650 pixels, around 268 ppi, 500 nits typical brightness, 60Hz refresh rate.
- Notch: a waterdrop notch at the top of the display — not a punch-hole — housing the 5MP front camera.
- Size and weight: 168.8 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm, 192 g.
- Build: plastic frame and back with a textured finish.
- Fingerprint sensor: rear-mounted, below the camera module, as visible in the images.
- Colours: Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green and Lavender Purple.
- Refresh rate note: MobileDokan’s spec table wrongly lists a 90Hz refresh rate. The Redmi 12C is a 60Hz phone — mymobile lists 60Hz and GSMArena lists no refresh rate for it. No refresh-rate category is ticked for this phone.
Performance
- Chipset: MediaTek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm).
- CPU: octa-core (2×2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 and 6×1.8 GHz Cortex-A55).
- GPU: Mali-G52 MC2.
- RAM: 3GB, 4GB or 6GB.
- Storage: 32GB, 64GB or 128GB (eMMC 5.1), with a microSDXC dedicated card slot.
- Software: Android 12 with MIUI 13.
- Virtual RAM: if a seller quotes more RAM than the 4GB or 6GB on the box, it is virtual RAM — storage borrowed as memory, not physical RAM.
Camera
- Main: 50MP, f/1.8, (wide), PDAF — the phone’s real camera.
- Depth (auxiliary): 0.08MP, f/3.0 — an auxiliary lens, not a usable second camera. GSMArena lists this phone as “Single 50MP + Auxiliary lens”, while the MobileDokan spec table lists it as Dual.
- Selfie: 5MP, f/2.2, (wide).
- Video: 1080p@30fps (main camera and selfie camera).
- Features: LED flash, HDR, panorama.
Battery and Charging
- Battery: 5000mAh Li-Po battery.
- Charging: 10W wired charging — very slow for a 5000mAh battery; a full charge takes around 3 hours.
- Port: microUSB 2.0 (not USB Type-C).
- Fast Charging: Fast Charging is NOT ticked for this phone — 10W is not fast charging.
Software
- Operating system: Android 12 with MIUI 13.
- Updates: the phone launched with Android 12 in January 2023; no newer Android version is listed.
Price in Pakistan
The Xiaomi Redmi 12C is priced in Pakistan from Rs. 22,999. mymobile lists it from Rs. 22,999 (4GB + 64GB) with PTA approval. This is the OLD-PHONE basis for this price: the MobileDokan conversion (13,999 BDT, around Rs. 31,999) is 1.39 times above the live Pakistan price and is NOT used — the newer Redmi 13C sells at Rs. 27,999 on the same mymobile site, so the 12C at Rs. 31,999 would cost more than its successor. The MobileDokan Unofficial rows (13,000 BDT, around Rs. 28,999; and 14,500 BDT, around Rs. 32,999) are also named here, not used as prices. The 6GB + 128GB variant has no live Pakistan price, and the 3GB RAM variant has no price either.
| Model | Xiaomi Redmi 12C |
| Price | Rs. 22,999 |
| Display | 6.71″ IPS LCD, 720 x 1650 pixels |
| RAM | 4GB |
| ROM | 64GB |
| Released | 1 January 2023 |
Buying in Pakistan
- Check the IMEI and the exact model number (22120RN86G) before paying.
- Confirm the warranty — official Xiaomi Pakistan warranty versus shop warranty.
- Confirm PTA status via DIRBS — mymobile lists the phone as PTA Approved.
- Buy new, sealed stock: the phone is a 2023 model, so buy from a shop that still carries new, sealed stock.
Final Verdict: A solid budget phone at Rs. 22,999 — but check the price before you pay
The Redmi 12C is a straightforward budget phone: a big 6.71-inch display, a 5000mAh battery, a 50MP main camera and a fingerprint sensor for Rs. 22,999. The 10W charging and microUSB port are its weakest points, and the 0.08MP depth sensor is not a real second camera. At the mymobile price it is a fair buy for basic use; at the MobileDokan conversion (Rs. 31,999) it would not be — the newer Redmi 13C costs less.
