Is the Xiaomi 12X a new model just for the name because it mainly appears as a replacement for the standard ‘Lite’ model?
Buy For:
- Full-HD+ display
- Snapdragon 870 Processor
- Triple rear camera configuration
- 4500mAh battery with 65W fast charging
- Lower Price compared to its Siblings
Xiaomi has finally released its latest flagship device, the Xiaomi 12 series. The phones were first released in China in December and are now available globally.
Meanwhile, the three devices that make up the Xiaomi 12 series are Xiaomi 12X, Xiaomi 12, and Xiaomi 12 Pro.
Similarly, the Xiaomi12X was the third and final model to be unveiled in China among the series. Now, let us take a peek at Xiaomi12X.
What are the specs for the Xiaomi 12X?
Xiaomi 12X is a new flagship smartphone from Xiaomi with a 6.28-inch display. Similarly, the Snapdragon 870 SoC powers the Xiaomi12X that comes paired with up to 12GB of RAM. Likewise, the phone is fueled by a 4500mAh (single-cell) battery that supports 65W fast charging.
Let us look at the Xiaomi 12X’s features, specifications, pricing, and availability in Nepal, along with its comparison to the Xiaomi 12.
Xiaomi 12 vs. Xiaomi 12X
In any case, the Xiaomi 12X is nearly identical to the Xiaomi 12. It has the same size as a regular Xiaomi 12 and has very similar specifications.
Both devices have a 6.28-inch AMOLED display with a refresh rate of 120Hz. Similarly, the triple back camera arrangement with a 50MP primary sensor is standard on both devices.
However, there is an exception for a slightly less powerful Snapdragon 870 chipset and charging capacity.
On the one hand, the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 SoC powers the Xiaomi 12, while the Snapdragon 870 SoC powers the Xiaomi12X.
Similarly, the Xiaomi 12 supports wired, wireless, and reverse charging, whereas the Xiaomi 12X only supports 65W fast charging and does not support reverse charging. As a result, the Xiaomi 12X is more affordable than its siblings.
Possible Compile and Curate
Build and Display
Since the Xiaomi 12X is almost identical to Xiaomi 12. You will get a 6.28-inch Full HD+ AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate. Similarly, the Xiaomi12X features 1100nits peak brightness, HDR10+, and Dolby Vision.
Likewise, the screen is protected by Corning Gorilla Glass Victus. Meanwhile, the smartphone measures 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm and weighs 176 grams.
Performance and Memory
The Xiaomi 12X is powered by an octa-core Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 processor manufactured on a 7nm process. It has an Adreno 650 GPU, up to 12GB of LPDDR5 RAM, and 256GB of UFS 3.1 storage.
Optical Features
The Xiaomi 12X has a 50MP triple-rear camera setup and an LED flash. The primary sensor of the phone is a 50MP Sony IMX766 lens with OIS. Similarly, a 13MP ultra-wide-angle lens with a 123° field of view and a 5MP telemacro lens joins the primary sensor for a complete setup.
In addition, it has a 32MP front-facing camera with an 80.5° field of view for selfies.
Software and Connectivity
The Xiaomi 12X will ship with Android 12 and MIUI 13 pre-installed, just like the rest of the series. Similarly, the phone supports WiFi (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS, NFC, 5G, and USB Type-C for connectivity.
Rest of Specs
The device is fueled by a 4500mAh battery with 67W fast charging support. It has a Type-C charging port.
Similarly, there is an in-display fingerprint scanner and Face Unlock for security. Additionally, the device has Harman Kardon and Dolby Atmos support in its stereo speaker setup.
As for the color option, it is available in Black, Purple, and Blue shades.
Xiaomi 12X Specifications
| Dimensions | 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16mm, |
| Weight | 176 grams |
| Display | 6.28-inch AMOLED panel, 120Hz refresh rate, Up to 480Hz touch sampling rate, HDR10+, 1100 nits max brightness, 12-bit colors, Dolby Vision |
| Resolution | FHD+ (2400 x 1080 pixels), 419 PPI |
| Software/ UI | Android 12 with Xiaomi’s MIUI 13 on top |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 870 5G (7nm Mobile Platform) |
| Rare Camera | Triple (with LED flash): 50MP Sony IMX766, f/1.88 primary lens, OIS, 13MP f/2.4 ultra-wide lens, 123º FOV, 5MP telemacro sensor (3-7cm) |
| Selfie Camera | 32MP sensor (punch-hole cutout) |
| Security and Sensor | In-display fingerprint sensor, Face-Unlock, Accelerometer, Ambient Light, Gyroscope, Proximity, Electronic Compass, Linear Motor, IR Blaster |
| Connectivity | WiFi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/ax (Dual-band), Bluetooth 5.2, GPS / AGPS / Glonass / Beidou / NavIC, NFC, 5G, USB Type-C |
| Battery | 4500mAh (single-cell) |
| Charging | 67W fast charging wired |
| Audio | Stereo speakers by Harman Kardon, Dolby Atmos |
| RAM/Storage | 8/12GB LPDDR5 RAM, 128/256GB UFS 3.1 storage (fixed) |
| Others | USB Type-C, Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
Price and Availability
The Xiaomi 12X price starts at USD 649 for the 8/128GB model. Similarly, we estimate the cost of Xiaomi 12X starts at NPR 75,000 in Nepal.
| Xiaomi Phone | Price in Nepal | Price in USD |
| Xiaomi 12X (8/128GB) | NPR 75,000 | USD 649 |
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