Redmi Note 12 Pro and Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus share several core specifications, but the Pro Plus introduces upgrades in camera hardware, charging speed and display design. The following tables provide a detailed comparison of their hardware, connectivity and everyday features.
General
Both smartphones support dual 5G SIM connectivity and use a side-mounted fingerprint sensor. Redmi Note 12 Pro is slightly lighter and slimmer, while Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus uses a curved glass design and has a larger overall thickness.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Model | Redmi Note 12 Pro 5G | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus 5G |
| Manufacturer | Redmi | Redmi |
| SIM | Dual Nano-SIM | Dual Nano-SIM |
| Network support | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G | 2G, 3G, 4G, 5G |
| Dimensions | 163.0 x 76.03 x 7.98 mm | 162.9 x 76 x 8.98 mm |
| Weight | 187 g | 208.4 g |
| Fingerprint sensor | Side-mounted | Side-mounted |
| Face unlock | Yes | Yes |
| Water and dust resistance | IP53 | IP53 |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| IR blaster | Yes | Yes |
Pro tip: Redmi Note 12 Pro is lighter and slimmer, while Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus has a more premium curved design. Consider the difference in weight and handling if you use your phone for long periods.
Display and design
Both smartphones feature 6.67-inch AMOLED displays with refresh rates of up to 120Hz. Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus adds a Flow AMOLED panel with Dolby Vision, while Redmi Note 12 Pro uses an AMOLED display with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Display size | 6.67-inch | 6.67-inch |
| Display type | AMOLED | Flow AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2400 x 1080 pixels | 2400 x 1080 pixels |
| Refresh rate | Up to 120Hz | Up to 120Hz |
| Adaptive refresh rate | 30Hz, 60Hz, 90Hz, 120Hz | Up to 120Hz |
| Touch sampling rate | Up to 240Hz | Up to 240Hz |
| Peak brightness | 900 nits HBM | 900 nits |
| Colour gamut | DCI-P3 | DCI-P3 |
| HDR | HDR10+, Dolby Vision | Dolby Vision |
| Display protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Aspect ratio | 20:9 | 20:9 |
Performance and software
Both smartphones use the MediaTek Dimensity 1080 processor, a 6nm platform with two Cortex-A78 cores and six Cortex-A55 cores. RAM and storage configurations vary by model, while both use LPDDR4X memory and UFS 2.2 storage.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 | MediaTek Dimensity 1080 |
| Processor core | Octa-core | Octa-core |
| Maximum clock speed | Up to 2.6GHz | Up to 2.6GHz |
| CPU configuration | 2x Cortex-A78 + 6x Cortex-A55 | 2x Cortex-A78 + 6x Cortex-A55 |
| GPU | ARM Mali-G68 MC4 | ARM Mali-G68 MC4 |
| Manufacturing process | 6nm | 6nm |
| RAM | 6GB, 8GB, 12GB | 8GB, 12GB |
| RAM type | LPDDR4X | LPDDR4X |
| Storage type | UFS 2.2 | UFS 2.2 |
| Operating system | Android 12 | Android 12 |
| User interface | MIUI 13 | MIUI 14 |
Pro tip: Since both phones use the same Dimensity 1080 platform, everyday processing performance is broadly similar. Higher RAM configurations can provide more room for multitasking and demanding applications.
Camera features
Camera hardware is one of the clearest differences between the two phones. Redmi Note 12 Pro uses a 50MP Sony IMX766 primary camera with OIS, while Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus upgrades to a 200MP primary camera with OIS and a larger sensor.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Rear camera setup | 50MP + 8MP + 2MP | 200MP + 8MP + 2MP |
| Main camera | 50MP Sony IMX766 with OIS | 200MP with OIS |
| Macro camera | 2MP | 2MP |
| Main sensor size | 1/1.56-inch | 1/1.4-inch |
| Front camera | 16MP | 16MP |
| Rear video recording | Up to 4K at 30fps | Up to 4K at 30fps |
| Front video recording | Up to 1080p at 60fps | Up to 1080p at 60fps |
| Optical image stabilisation | Yes | Yes |
Storage and connectivity
Both phones support 5G connectivity, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2 and USB Type-C. Neither model supports microSD expansion, so choosing the right internal storage configuration is important for users who keep large photo, video or application libraries.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Storage options | 128GB, 256GB | 256GB |
| Expandable storage | No | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 6 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | Bluetooth 5.2 | Bluetooth 5.2 |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| NFC | Yes | Yes |
| USB | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
| 3.5mm headphone jack | Yes | Yes |
| IR blaster | Yes | Yes |
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
Battery and charging
Both smartphones have a 5,000 mAh battery, but charging speed is a major difference. Redmi Note 12 Pro supports 67 W Turbo Charge, while Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus supports 120 W HyperCharge and includes a compatible charger.
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro | Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus |
| Battery capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 67 W | 120 W HyperCharge |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Reverse charging | No | No |
| Stereo speakers | Yes | Yes |
| Dolby Atmos | Yes | Yes |
| Hi-Res Audio | Yes | Yes |
| Cooling system | 12-layer graphite sheet | LiquidCool Technology |
| Charging port | USB Type-C | USB Type-C |
Pro tip: Both phones offer the same 5,000 mAh battery capacity, but Redmi Note 12 Pro Plus supports 120 W HyperCharge. This can be useful when you need to recharge the phone quickly between demanding usage sessions.