The cheap mobile phone Redmi 12 4G is now official in India, bringing a 50MP triple camera, a large 5,000 mAh battery, and up to 6 GB RAM to a price segment that rarely sees this level of hardware. Xiaomi launched both the Redmi 12 5G and Redmi 12 4G together, giving budget shoppers two distinct options under one familiar name.
Redmi 12 4G Price in India
Redmi 12 4G arrives in two variants. The base model pairs 4 GB RAM with 128 GB storage and is priced at Rs 9,999. The higher variant steps up to 6 GB RAM with 128 GB storage at Rs 11,499. Xiaomi is also offering a launch discount of Rs 1,000 on both models, bringing effective prices down to Rs 8,999 and Rs 10,499 respectively. For anyone hunting the best cheap mobile phone Redmi has to offer at this price point, these figures make the Redmi 12 4G a compelling starting point.
Display and Design
The phone sports a 6.79-inch FullHD+ punch-hole LCD panel with a 1080 x 2400 pixel resolution. The display runs at a smooth 90 Hz refresh rate and supports a 240 Hz touch sampling rate, making on-screen interactions feel responsive. Corning Gorilla Glass 3 adds a layer of scratch and impact protection. The side-mounted fingerprint sensor keeps the front face clean, and the phone carries an IP53 rating for dust and splash resistance.
Performance and Software
Under the hood sits a MediaTek Helio G88 octa-core processor built on a 12-nanometer process and clocked at 2.0 GHz. The chip runs Android 13 with Xiaomi's MIUI 14 on top. Redmi's 6 GB virtual RAM technology can extend the physical 6 GB RAM to an effective 12 GB, keeping multitasking smooth even when several apps are running in the background. Storage stands at 128 GB and is expandable up to 1 TB via a microSD card.
Camera System
Photography is handled by a triple rear camera setup led by a 50 MP primary sensor with an F/1.8 aperture, well-suited for well-lit street shots and everyday snapshots. An 8 MP ultra-wide lens covers group photos and landscapes, while a 2 MP macro lens handles close-up detail. Selfies and video calls use an 8 MP front camera.
Battery and Charging
A 5,000 mAh battery keeps the lights on, and Xiaomi claims up to 27 days of standby time on a full charge. When it does need power, the phone supports 18W fast charging to bring the large cell back up without a long wait.
Full Specifications at a Glance
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Display | 6.79-inch FullHD+ LCD, 90 Hz, Gorilla Glass 3 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88, 12 nm, Octa-core, 2.0 GHz |
| RAM | 4 GB / 6 GB (+ 6 GB virtual RAM) |
| Storage | 128 GB, expandable to 1 TB |
| Rear Camera | 50 MP (F/1.8) + 8 MP ultra-wide + 2 MP macro |
| Front Camera | 8 MP |
| Battery | 5,000 mAh, 18W fast charging |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 |
| Connectivity | Dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, USB-C, 3.5 mm jack, IR blaster |
| IP Rating | IP53 |
| Price (India) | Rs 9,999 (4 GB) / Rs 11,499 (6 GB) |
Connectivity Features
On the connectivity front, the Redmi 12 4G covers all the everyday essentials: dual-band Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, GPS, a USB Type-C port, and a 3.5 mm headphone jack. The added IR blaster lets users control TVs and other home appliances directly from the phone — a practical touch that many rivals at this price skip. Explore more devices in this segment on our brand page.
