The Xiaomi 12 Series has officially arrived in the global market, bringing three flagship-grade smartphones — Xiaomi 12, Xiaomi 12 Pro, and Xiaomi 12X — each packing a 50-megapixel triple rear camera setup, MIUI 13, and premium AMOLED displays. Originally unveiled in China in December 2021, the global launch gives buyers worldwide access to one of Xiaomi's most ambitious lineups yet. Explore more Xiaomi smartphones to see how the 12 Series fits into the brand's broader portfolio.
Xiaomi 12 Series: Prices and Colour Options
All three phones in the Xiaomi 12 Series are available in Blue, Gray, and Purple colour variants. Here is a quick look at the starting prices for each model:
- Xiaomi 12 — $749 (approximately Rs 57,200)
- Xiaomi 12 Pro — $999 (approximately Rs 76,300)
- Xiaomi 12X — $649 (approximately Rs 49,600)
Full Specifications: Xiaomi 12 Series Side by Side
The table below compares the key specifications of all three models at a glance.
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 12 Pro | Xiaomi 12X |
|---|---|---|---|
| OS | MIUI 13 (Android) | MIUI 13 (Android) | MIUI 13 (Android) |
| Display | 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 1080×2400, 120Hz, 1100 nits, Dolby Vision | 6.73-inch WQHD+ E5 AMOLED, 1440×3200, LTPO, 1500 nits | 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED, 1080×2400, 120Hz, 1100 nits, Dolby Vision |
| Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus | Corning Gorilla Glass Victus |
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Snapdragon 870 |
| RAM | Up to 12 GB LPDDR5 | 12 GB LPDDR5 | Up to 12 GB LPDDR5 |
| Storage | Not specified | 256 GB | Not specified |
| Primary Camera | 50 MP Sony IMX766, f/1.88, OIS | 50 MP Sony IMX707, OIS | 50 MP Sony IMX766, f/1.88, OIS |
| Secondary Camera | 13 MP ultra-wide | 50 MP portrait | 13 MP ultra-wide |
| Third Camera | 5 MP macro | 50 MP ultra-wide | 5 MP macro |
| Front Camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4600 mAh | 4500 mAh |
| Wired Charging | 67W fast charging | 120W fast charging | 67W fast charging |
| Wireless Charging | 50W wireless | 50W wireless + 10W reverse | 50W wireless |
| Connectivity | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, IR, USB-C | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, IR, USB-C | 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, BT 5.2, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, IR, USB-C |
| Audio | Dolby Atmos, Harman Kardon | Dolby Atmos, Harman Kardon | Dolby Atmos, Harman Kardon |
Xiaomi 12 and 12X: What Sets Them Apart
The Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12X share a near-identical design language, both featuring a compact 6.28-inch FHD+ AMOLED panel with a 120Hz refresh rate, Dolby Vision support, and Corning Gorilla Glass Victus protection. The most significant difference lies under the hood: the Xiaomi 12 is powered by the flagship Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12X steps down to the Snapdragon 870 — a still-capable chip that keeps the price at a more accessible $649.
Both models share the same triple rear camera configuration — a 50-megapixel Sony IMX766 primary sensor (f/1.88 aperture, OIS), a 13-megapixel ultra-wide lens, and a 5-megapixel macro shooter — along with a 32-megapixel front camera for selfies. Cyber Focus technology is also supported on both. Battery capacity is identical at 4500 mAh with 67W wired and 50W wireless charging.
Xiaomi 12 Pro: The Premium Pick
The Xiaomi 12 Pro is the clear top-of-the-range model. Its 6.73-inch WQHD+ E5 AMOLED display with a 1440×3200 resolution and LTPO backplane technology — the same panel tech used in Apple's premium iPhones — delivers exceptional brightness at 1,500 nits. The Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 processor is paired with 12 GB of LPDDR5 RAM and 256 GB of onboard storage.
Camera performance gets a significant boost as well. All three rear cameras on the 12 Pro are 50 megapixels: a Sony IMX707 primary sensor with OIS, a 50-megapixel portrait lens, and a 50-megapixel ultra-wide. The 4600 mAh battery supports blazing-fast 120W wired charging alongside 50W wireless and 10W reverse wireless charging — making it one of the fastest-charging flagships at launch. Audio is handled by Dolby Atmos and Harman Kardon-tuned speakers across all three models.
Connectivity Across the Lineup
All three phones in the Xiaomi 12 Series support 5G, 4G LTE, Wi-Fi 6E, Bluetooth v5.2, GPS/A-GPS, NFC, Infrared (IR) blaster, and USB Type-C. The inclusion of Wi-Fi 6E ensures future-ready wireless speeds, and the IR blaster lets users control household appliances directly from their phone.
