Xiaomi brings its latest budget phone to the Philippines. Meet the Redmi 12C, a large-screened device that boasts a 50MP camera with a starting price of just ₱5,499.
The Redmi 12C is made for budget gamers, thanks to its MediaTek Helio G85 processor with up to 6GB of RAM and up to 128GB of storage. It has a large 6.71-inch Dot Drop display with HD resolution and up to 500 nits of brightness.
The smartphone has a dual camera setup with a 50MP primary camera, no doubt a big highlight feature, along with a secondary depth lens. At the front, there’s a 5MP camera housed on a waterdrop notch for selfies and video calls.
The smartphone also features a rear fingerprint scanner, a large 5000mAh battery with 10W charging support, and MIUI 13 on top of Android 12.
Price and Availability
The Redmi 12C comes in Graphite Grey, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, and Lavender Purple at the following prices.
| Redmi 12C | Price |
| 3GB+32GB | ₱5,499 |
| 4GB+64GB | ₱6,499 |
| 4GB+128GB | ₱7,499 |
| 6GB+128GB | ₱8,599 |
The budget phone is available in Xiaomi-authorized offline stores and online via their official Shopee, Lazada, and TikTok Shop.
From March 24 to 31, the Redmi 12C 3GB+32GB, 4GB+64GB, and 4GB+128GB will come with a free Mi Compact Bluetooth Speaker 2 worth ₱599. The 6GB+128GB model is exclusively available in Xiaomi’s e-commerce platforms and comes with a free Redmi Buds 3,
Redmi 12C
| Display | 6.71-inch Dot Drop display, 1650×720, up to 500 nits |
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| RAM/Storage | 3GB+32GB 4GB+64GB 4GB+128GB 6GB+128GB |
| Rear Cameras | 50MP main 0.08MP depth |
| Front Camera | 5MP |
| Network | 4G LTE, dual SIM |
| Connectivity | Wi-Fi ac, Bluetooth 5.1, GPS, NFC |
| Others | Rear fingerprint scanner, USB-C, FM radio, 3.5mm headphone jack, face unlock |
| OS | MIUI 13, Android 12 |
| Colors | Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple |
| Battery | 5000mAh battery, 10W charging |
