At the end of December 2021, the Chinese manufacturer Xiaomi introduced us its new flagship smartphone with the label Xiaomi 12. The long-awaited compact model brings a powerful processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1, relatively compact display or 4500 mAh battery.
The best prices since it is on sale
The well-known international retailer TradingShenzhen is offering the Xiaomi 12 smartphone for international customers. The smartphone is already in stock in several color and memory versions.
A huge advantage is availability Global Priority, thanks to which you will not pay any customs duties or VAT. The price of a smartphone + postage is the final price for you. Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, we also ordered from this store and you can read our experience in an extensive article.
Xiaomi 12 Chinese Version (without B20)
Our review:
[REVIEW] Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro: What are the flagship of Xiaomi for 2022?
Xiaomi.EU ROM is also available
TradingShenzhen is known for its above-standard customer services, which clearly includes the service of installing a modified Xiaomi.EU system into Chinese versions of Xiaomi phones. The dealer is now launching this service for the latest flagship Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro.
The service is available for a fee of 25 €, while the installation is not expected at all. The phone will be sent to you immediately with the European Xiaomi.EU system installed.
If you do not happen to know what Xiaomi.EU firmware means, we will explain it to you briefly. It is a community-based system based on the Chinese MIUI version, which, however contains all European languages, is fully functional Google services integration, including Google Pay payments via NFCwhich work fully in this system. All banking applications work the same and the system is fully secured for transactions.
The local SK / CZ community Miuios.cz also participates in the development, which, among other things, also publishes regular system updates. However, you will have to install them manually, automatic OTA updates do not work yet. Navod you can find the manual installation on their forum.
Chinese version without B20 LTE band
In the offer of the dealer TradingShenzhen we will find only the Chinese version of the smartphone, as the global version has not been introduced yet. Disadvantages for some users may be the fact that the Chinese versions of Xiaomi 12 do not support the B20 LTE band, which is used in Europe to transmit LTE signals outside cities, ie in municipalities.
In the city, LTE connection will work without problems, out of town, the smartphone will probably only be connected to 3G. Another important fact is language support - the Chinese version includes Chinese and English only. However, the seller will install a modified Xiaomi.EU system on your phone to order.
Xiaomi 12: He also wants to beat the iPhone 13
The beginning of the press conference was introduced to us by the CEO of Xiaomi, Lei Jun, who thanked for the support from the community and customers, evaluated the parent brand's investments and also emphasized the main motto - "Technology is the key." But back to the flagship smartphone Xiaomi 12, about which we already know the following basic technical specifications:
- Dimensions: 152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm
- Weight: 180 grams
- Display: 6,28 ″, 1080p AMOLED, 12 bit, 120 Hz, 1100 nits
- CPU: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1
- GPU: Adreno graphics chip
- RAM: 8GB / 12GB LPDDR5 RAM
- Storage: 128/256 GB UFS 3.1
- Rear camera: 50 MPx Sony IMX 766 (1 / 1,56 ”+ OIS), 13 MPx ultra-wide (123 °), Macro (3 - 7 cm)
- Front camera: 32 MPx
- Operating system: Android with MIUI 13 extension
- Connectivity: 5G connection, 4G LTE without B20 band, Wi-Fi 6
- battery: 4500 mAh
- Charging: 67 W fast wired / 50 W fast wireless / 10 W reverse charging
Basic model Xiaomi 12 already impresses with its design. Thanks to the rounded edges and compact dimensions, it fits very well in the hand and with a low width value of only 69,9 millimeters, it even surpasses the competing iPhone 13 with wider and sharp edges. In addition, the manufacturer also thought about durability and use the latest protective glass Corning Gorilla Glass Victus.
On the front is a delicate 6,28 ″ AMOLED display with Full HD + resolution (2400 x 1080 pixels, 419 ppi), high refresh rate 120 Hz and a high sampling frequency of up to 480 Hz. The screen offers 12-bit technology and high brightness up to 1100 nits. The manufacturer also boasted an A + award from DisplayMate, and there is also support for HDR10 + and Dolby Vision technologies.
Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 or 50 MPx Sony Camera
In terms of performance, a next-generation flagship processor is available with a designation Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen1which is produced by 4 nm technology (1 x Cortex-X2 core, 2 x Cortex-A710 core and 4 x Cortex-A510 core). The processor will be supplemented by an unspecified graphics chip of the Adreno type, RAM of the LPDDR5 type and fast storage of the UFS 3.1 type.
The main camera has a resolution 50 MPx, being a well-known sensor Sony IMX766 (1 / 1,56 ”), which is also equipped with optical image stabilization. This sensor is also complemented by a 13 MPx ultra-wide angle camera with an angle of view of up to 123 °. The third sensor is a macro lens (f / 2.4), which can capture objects 3 - 7 centimeters away. The front camera has a resolution of 32 MPx.
An interesting feature is also CyberFocus. This is a software enhancement of the camera that can detect moving parts of the image, such as pets, vehicles or athletes, and thanks to the house, it will focus correctly on the subject you are shooting. The inspiration for this feature was even the robotic dog CyberDog, which Xiaomi introduced later this year.
The pair of stereo speakers on which Xiaomi worked with the brand will also ensure quality sound Harman / Kardon. In addition, they support technology Dolby Atmos. In terms of connectivity, the manufacturer has prepared a stable 5G connection for us thanks to the high number of antennas (for connection in an elevator or underground car park). In addition, the equipment includes technology Wi-Fi 6.
The battery has capacity 4500 mAh and can be charged with 67 W fast cable charging, 50 W fast wireless charging and 10 W reverse charging to power accessories.
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Why not mention that none of the Xiaomi 12/12 Pro / 12X models support the LTE B20.
Interestingly, we did not look to support this band, as we took it for granted - last year's B20 models had. But that's right, they don't support the B20, we checked it out on the official Chinese Xiaomi site. Xiaomi probably wants to eliminate sales of Chinese versions to Europe as much as possible… as the Mi 11 models have largely reselled in the Chinese versions.