Xiaomi
Redmi Note 12S
RM 799.00
Price last checked: 10 May 2025. Confirm current price before buying.
A 108 MP main sensor headlines the triple camera setup here, backed by an 8 MP ultrawide and a 2 MP macro for close-up shots. Front-facing selfies run on a 12 MP shooter, and both ends max out at 1080p video rather than 4K. The Mediatek Helio G96 chipset handles daily tasks fine, paired with 8GB RAM and 256GB storage that you can expand further via microSDXC if needed.
The 6.43-inch IPS LCD runs at 90Hz, which makes scrolling and general use feel smoother than a standard 60Hz panel at this price point. Redmi Note 12S price in Malaysia starts from RM799, and that gets you a 5000 mAh battery with 33W wired charging, plus IP53 splash resistance that most budget phones skip.
Other details worth noting: side-mounted fingerprint sensor, stereo speakers, a 3.5mm headphone jack, and infrared, features that are getting harder to find as manufacturers trim costs elsewhere.
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Full Specifications
| Release | |
|---|---|
| Release Status | Release 2023, May |
| Performance | |
| Processor | Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| Chipset | Mediatek Helio G96 (12 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 |
| RAM & Storage | 256GB, 8GB RAM |
| External Storage | microSDXC |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 |
| Battery | Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery 33W wired |
| Screen | |
| Display size | 6.43 inches, 99.8 cm2 (~79.0% screen-to-body ratio) 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~409 ppi density) |
| Display type | IPS LCD, 90Hz |
| Body | |
| Dimension | 165.9 x 76.2 x 8 mm |
| Weight | 188 g (6.63 oz) |
| Body Type | IP53, dust and splash resistant |
| Colors | Onyx Black, Ice Blue, Pearl Green |
| Connectivity | |
| SIM | Dual SIM (Nano-SIM, dual stand-by) |
| Data Speed | HSPA, LTE-A |
| Wifi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band |
| Bluetooth | 5.2, A2DP, LE |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Infrared | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0 |
| Radio | Unspecified |
| Sensors | |
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass |
| Camera & Video | |
| Rear Camera | Triple: 108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.97", 0.7�m, PDAF + 8 MP, f/2.2, 118? (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12�m + 2 MP, f/2.4, (macro) |
| Front Camera | 12 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps Selfie: 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Audio | |
| Loud Speaker | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| Sound Jack | Yes |
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Frequently asked questions
Does the Redmi Note 12S support 5G?
Based on its listed network specs (HSPA, LTE-A), the Redmi Note 12S does not support 5G.
How much RAM and storage does the Redmi Note 12S have?
The Redmi Note 12S comes with 256GB, 8GB RAM.
What's the battery capacity of the Redmi Note 12S?
The Redmi Note 12S has a Li-Po 5000 mAh, non-removable battery<br>33W wired battery.
Is the Redmi Note 12S still available in Malaysia?
Yes, the Redmi Note 12S is currently listed as available in Malaysia (release status: Release 2023, May).