Redmi Note 12 4G price in India discounted after Note 13 series launch: should you buy it?

Redmi Note 12 4G deal

• Redmi Note 12 launched in India at Rs 14,999 for the 6GB/64GB model and Rs 16,999 for the 6GB/128GB version.
• However, the handset is now available at Rs 12,999 for the 6GB + 64GB and Rs 14,999 for the 6GB + 128GB model.
• Customers can also avail of Rs 1,000 instant discount with HDFC, ICICI, Axis and SBI Credit cards. 
• The handset is available for purchase via Amazon, Flipkart, and Mi.com platforms. 

Redmi Note 12 4G specifications

• Display: The Redmi Note 12 sports a 6.67-inch FHD+ AMOLED display with 1080 × 2400 pixels resolution, 394ppi pixel density, 120Hz refresh rate, 1200 nits peak brightness, and Corning Gorilla Glass 3 protection.
• Processor: The phone is powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 with Adreno 610 GPU.
• Memory and Storage: 6GB LPDDR4X RAM, 64GB/128GB UFS 2.2 storage, further expandable via a microSD card slot.
• Software: The handset runs on Android 13-based MIUI 14 custom skin out of the box.
• Cameras: There is a 50MP Samsung ISOCELL JN1 primary camera sensor, 8MP ultra-wide-angle lens, 2MP macro camera, and LED flash. There is a 16MP shooter on the front for selfies and video chats.
• Battery: There is a 5,000mAh battery with 33W fast charging support.
• Others: Side-mounted fingerprint scanner and infrared sensor.
• Connectivity: Dual-SIM, 4G, WiFi 802.11 ac, Bluetooth 5.0, GPS, Glonass, and a USB Type-C port.

Should you buy the Redmi Note 12 4G?

At its launch price of Rs 14,999, the Redmi Note 12 seemed a bit costly considering the connectivity is just limited to 4G and we are now seeing 5G phones in the similar range. However, at Rs 12,999, the phone is worth considering especially since it comes with an FHD+ AMOLED display, a large 5,000mAh battery, 33W fast charging and a promised upgrade to two Android versions. 

However, on the flip side with Flipkart's Big Billion Days and Amazon's Great India sales coming up in the next few days, we are expected to get decent 5G-enabled phones with superior specifications at similar price points. Lava is also gearing up to launch a 5G phone under Rs 10,000.

So, if you're in the market for a 5G phone under Rs 13,000, this deal is not for you but if connectivity doesn't matter and you're looking for good technical specs, this is a decent deal.