Xiaomi today announced the official launch of Redmi 12C, a great entry level device with 6.71″ HD+ display, 50MP AI dual camera (rear) + 5MP (front camera), 5000mAh (typ) high-capacity battery, 10W fast charging and MediaTek Helio G85, Octa-core processor, up to 2.0GHz.
With the launch of Redmi 12C, Xiaomi raises the bar for the segment by making exceptional performance available at a highly affordable price, making it a top-of-the-line contender in its bracket.
Ready for Every Photograph: Any Scenario, Any Time
Equipped with a 50MP main camera, Redmi 12C offers greater details and greater light capturing capabilities, allowing you to record memorable moments in any light conditions so you never miss a thing. From taking backlit shots to capturing night scenes, the powerful HDR and Night Mode capabilities allow for clear shots even in challenging light conditions.
New Level of Design: More Colorful, More Distinctive
Redmi 12C is designed to stand out from the competition with its immersive display and unique design. Featuring a large 6.71″ HD+ display, Redmi 12C brings your favorite movies and games to life. The vibrant screen also enables a better viewing experience for your daily navigation and reading with its sleek 20.6:9 aspect ratio. In addition, the reading mode feature of the device ensures the protection of your eyes, and is especially helpful when bingeing on content. Redmi 12C comes in a unibody build, with flat edge and a curved back, the stylish striped and ribbed design makes the device more recognizable and slip-resistant while improving its overall aesthetics and grip feel. All you have to do is choose a color that suits your lifestyle: Graphic Gray, Ocean Blue, or Mint Green
Unlock Your Device Effortlessly, Quickly, and Securely
The Redmi 12C boasts a rear fingerprint sensor that seamlessly integrates into its sleek design, providing quick, hassle-free, and secure access to your device, which ensures the confidentiality of your sensitive data and privacy is maintained. This feature is highly valued by our customers as it offers both convenience and security, setting it apart from its competitors, such as Samsung A04, which does not come with a fingerprint sensor, despite its high price.
Enjoy your phone for longer, On a Single Charge
With a large 5000mAh battery, Redmi12C allows you to enjoy your phone for longer. On a single charge, you can enjoy 20hours of video playback, or 13 hours of non-stop gaming. And when you’re not using it, it has a superb standby time of 21 days. Redmi 12C easily powers through an entire day, so you no longer need to worry about bringing a charger with you wherever you go.
Powerful Performance: Much Stronger, Much Smoother
Powered by MediaTek Helio G85 processor, Redmi 12C delivers best-in-class performance and smooth experience in gaming, imaging, or everyday use.
With up to 6+5GB extended RAM and 1TB storage extension, Redmi 12C offers quick and responsive feedback when opening apps, as well as satisfying your needs to store more of your favourite videos, photos, music and games.
Keeping things going, the large 5,000mAh battery of Redmi 12C easily provides enough power to last you a full day of calling, gaming and video playback.
Redmi 12C will be available in Kenya from the 13th March 2023 in all Xiaomi Stores, Retail partner stores & Jumia. It will come in three variants;
3GB+32GB at Kshs 13,999
3GB + 64GB at Kshs 14,999
4GB + 128GB at Kshs 17,299
Here is a summary of the quick specs:
| Redmi 12C | |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| Display | 6.71″ HD+ Display |
| Rear Camera | 50MP main camera |
| Front Camera | 5MP front camera |
| Battery & Charging | 5,000mAh (typ) battery I 10W fast charging I 10W in-box charger I Micro USB |
| Audio | 3.5mm headphone jack |
| Security | Rear fingerprint sensor I AI Face Unlock |
| Connectivity | Dual SIM + MicroSD |
| Color | Graphite Black, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple |
| Dimension & Weight | 168.76mm x 76.41mm x 8.77mm 192g |