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Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) Review | 197 Data compared

Avg. price:~£140RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.55 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) Review: Compare 197 technical specifications and user reviews to see how this product ranks in the Smartphones category and whether it is worth buying.

Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB)
7.0/10

Overall score

Score
7.0/ 10
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What it is
An overall evaluation of the smartphone's quality, based on technical analyses and user reviews.
When it matters
When you need a quick reference to identify the best smartphones on the market.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 61% of models
Score components

90%

6.9

Technical score

10%

8.7

User score

â–²Better than 61% of smartphones
7.9

Value for money

Value for money
7.9/ 10
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What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

â–²Better than 83%
6.9

Technical score

Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

â–²Better than 58%
8.7

User score

User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
â–²Better than 84%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
6.9/ 10
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What it is
An assessment of the smartphone's technical performance, covering eight key areas: performance & hardware, software, camera, connectivity, display, battery, audio, and design.
When it matters
When you want to compare smartphones based on technical performance and available features.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 58% of models
Score components:

25%

6.3

Performance & Hardware

18%

6.9

Camera

15%

7.5

Display

15%

6.2

Battery

10%

7.2

Software

10%

7.5

Connectivity

4%

8.3

Audio

3%

6.4

Design

6.9
User score
User score
8.7/ 10
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What it is
A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
When it matters
When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 84% of models
Score components

70%

8.7

User ratings

30%

8.6

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.7
Popularity
Popularity
8.6/ 10
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What it is
An indicator based on the number of reviews received by the smartphone.
When it matters
When you prefer to purchase a product chosen and reviewed by many other consumers.
Score distribution
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â–² Better than 82% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 8.6 points, which is higher than 82.2% of smartphones.
8.6
Value for money
Value for money
7.9/ 10
✕
What it is
An indicator that combines the smartphone's overall rating with its cost.
When it matters
When you are looking for a smartphone with a good balance between quality and price.
Score distribution
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<55-66-77-88-99-10
â–² Better than 83% of models
Score components:

70%

7.0

Overall score

30%

9.8

Price

7.9
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G
This smartphone uses the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G processor which is faster than processors in 62.7% of smartphones and equal to processors in 1% of smartphones.
RAM capacity
8 GB
Market range: <4 GB – >16 GB
This smartphone has a RAM capacity of 8 GB which is larger than the RAM capacity of 28.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 30.4% of smartphones.
Internal storage
128 GB
Market range: <64 GB – >512 GB
This smartphone has an internal storage capacity of 128 GB which is smaller than the storage of 61.2% of smartphones and equal to that of 28.4% of smartphones.
CPU boost clock speed
2.4 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.4 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 36.8% of smartphones and equal to that of 13.4% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 12
Android version
Android 12
This smartphone runs Android version Android 12 which is older than that found in 67.1% of smartphones and equal to that in 13.2% of smartphones.
Direct OS updates
no
This smartphone does not receive direct OS updates. 20.6% of smartphones receive direct updates.
Open-source OS
yes
This smartphone uses an open-source OS. 94.6% of smartphones use an open-source OS.
Dark mode
yes
This smartphone offers dark mode. 95.8% of smartphones support this feature.
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Multi-lens main camera
yes
This smartphone includes a multi-lens main camera system. 93.7% of smartphones include multi-lens setups.
Main camera megapixels
108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP
Market range: <10 – >100
This smartphone has a main camera resolution of 108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP which is higher than that of 92.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.7% of smartphones.
Main camera aperture
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is narrower than that of 83% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.3% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
52.9 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 52.9 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 82.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.9% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.7 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.7 µm which is smaller than in 64.6% of smartphones and equal to the size in 10.4% of smartphones.
2.1 binned
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Number of SIM slots
2
Market range: <1 – >6
This smartphone has 2 SIM slots, which is more than in 3.8% of smartphones and equal to the number in 96.1% of smartphones.
Cellular module
yes
This smartphone includes a cellular module. 100% of smartphones include cellular modules.
5G connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports 5G connectivity. 66.9% of smartphones support 5G.
LTE support
yes
This smartphone supports LTE. 99.7% of smartphones include LTE connectivity.
Wi-Fi connectivity
yes
This smartphone supports Wi-Fi connectivity. 100% of smartphones offer Wi-Fi support.
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Screen size
6.55 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.55 inches which is smaller than the screens of 76.2% of smartphones and equal to those of 1.7% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1080x 2400 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1080x2400 px which is higher than that of 36.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 20.4% of smartphones.
Pixel density
402 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 402 ppi which is higher than that of 61.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.3% of smartphones.
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
This smartphone uses a OLED/AMOLED display type. 58.6% of smartphones use this display technology.
Refresh rate
120 Hz
Market range: <60 Hz – >144 Hz
This smartphone supports a refresh rate of 120 Hz which is higher than in 34.7% of smartphones and equal to that in 55.2% of smartphones.
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Battery capacity
4,300 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 4,300 mAh which is smaller than the batteries in 86.9% of smartphones and equal to those in 1% of smartphones.
Charging speed
67 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 67 W which is faster than in 72.8% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.1% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
41 min
Market range: <36 min – >120 min
This smartphone reaches a full wired charge in 41 min which is faster than 80.6% of smartphones and equal to the time of 0.6% of smartphones.
Wireless charging
no
This smartphone does not support wireless charging. 25.2% of smartphones support wireless charging.
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Stereo speakers
yes
This smartphone includes stereo speakers. 64.4% of smartphones provide stereo audio.
3.5 mm headphone jack
no
This smartphone does not include a 3.5 mm headphone jack. 45.5% of smartphones offer this port.
Number of microphones
2
Market range: <1 – >3
This smartphone includes 2 microphones, which is more than in 10.5% of smartphones and equal to the number in 66.6% of smartphones.
FM radio
no
This smartphone does not include an FM radio. 34.2% of smartphones offer FM radio functionality.
aptX Lossless
?
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Height
159.3 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 159.3 mm which is shorter than 82.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.2% of smartphones.
Width
73.7 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 73.7 mm which is narrower than 86.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
7.3 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 7.3 mm which is thinner than 94.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.2% of smartphones.
Weight
173 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 173 g which is lighter than 91.5% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 0.5% of smartphones.
Device volume
81,249 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 81,249 cm³ which is smaller than 92.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.5% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • 8.3% higher user score
    User score
    8.7/ 10
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    What it is
    A rating that combines user reviews and the total number of reviews received by the smartphone
    When it matters
    When you want to know how a smartphone handles daily tasks and how reliable it remains over time according to user feedback.
    Score distribution
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    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.67 vs 8.000).
    8.67 vs 8
  • 7.3% better value for money
    Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.87 vs 7.3).
    7.87 vs 7.34
  • 85.7% cheaper
    Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) is cheaper than the average smartphone (£140 vs £260).
    £140 vs £260
  • 58% more popular
    Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (8.59 vs 5.4).
    8.59 vs 5.44
  • Newer DDR memory version
    This smartphone supports a newer DDR version than the average smartphone (5 vs 4). The average DDR version is 4.
    5 vs 4
  • 2x more L2 cache
    This smartphone has more L2 cache than the average smartphone (2048 KB vs 1024 KB). The average L2 cache is 1024 KB.
    2,048 KB vs 1,024 KB
  • 14.3% higher maximum RAM
    This smartphone supports more maximum RAM than the average smartphone (16 GB vs 14 GB). The average smartphone supports 14 GB RAM.
    16 GB vs 14 GB
  • 26.5% higher PassMark benchmark
    This smartphone achieves a higher PassMark score than the average smartphone (5,553 vs 4,389). The average smartphone PassMark score is 4,389.
    5,553 vs 4,389
  • 16.4% faster memory speed
    This smartphone supports faster memory speed than the average smartphone (3200 MHz vs 2750 MHz). The average smartphone supports 2750 MHz memory speed.
    3,200 MHz vs 2,750 MHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    1x2.4 GHz & 3x2.2 GHz & 4x1.9 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 17.9% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (2,987 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    2,987 vs 2,533
  • 65.3% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    52.9 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Higher-resolution main camera
    This smartphone has a higher main camera resolution than the average smartphone (108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP). The average smartphone main camera has 50 MP & 8 MP megapixels.
    108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP vs 50 MP & 8 MP
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • Supports Dolby Vision video recording
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision video recording, the average smartphone does not. 10.7% of smartphones support Dolby Vision.
  • 1 more flash LEDs
    This smartphone has more flash LEDs than the average smartphone (2 vs 1). The average smartphone has 1 flash LEDs.
    2 vs 1
  • Supports HDR10 video recording
    This smartphone supports HDR10 video recording, the average smartphone does not. 35.9% of smartphones support HDR10.
  • Has a dual-tone LED flash
    This smartphone features a dual-tone LED flash, the average smartphone does not. 41.4% of smartphones include dual-tone flash.
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (32 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    32 MP vs 16 MP
  • Newer Wi-Fi version
    This smartphone supports a newer Wi-Fi version than the average smartphone (Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)). The average smartphone uses Wi-Fi Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n).
    Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n) vs Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
  • Has an infrared sensor
    This smartphone includes an infrared sensor, the average smartphone does not. 33.3% of smartphones feature an IR blaster.
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Supports HDR10+ support
    This smartphone supports HDR10+, the average smartphone does not. 22.2% of smartphones include HDR10+ support.
  • Higher contrast ratio
    This smartphone has a higher contrast ratio than the average smartphone (5000000:1 vs 1000000:1). The average smartphone contrast ratio is 1000000:1.
    AMOLED/OLED displays have an effectively infinite contrast ratio
    5,000,000:1 vs 1,000,000:1
  • Supports HDR10 support
    This smartphone supports HDR10, the average smartphone does not. 42.7% of smartphones are HDR10 compatible.
  • 24.8% higher screen brightness
    This smartphone has a higher screen brightness than the average smartphone (824 nits vs 660 nits). The average smartphone brightness is 660 nits.
    824 nits vs 660 nits
  • 1.8% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (402 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    402 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 2.03x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (67 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    67 W vs 33 W
  • 21 min faster GSMArena full wired charge time
    This smartphone has a faster GSMArena full wired charge time than the average smartphone (41 min vs 62 min). The average charge time is 62 min.
    41 min vs 62 min
  • Supports aptX Adaptive
    This smartphone supports aptX Adaptive, the average smartphone does not. 34.5% of smartphones include aptX Adaptive support.
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 11.8% lighter
    This smartphone is lighter than the average smartphone (173 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    173 g vs 196.2 g
  • 1 mm thinner
    This smartphone is thinner than the average smartphone (7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone thickness is 8.3 mm.
    7.3 mm vs 8.3 mm
  • 2.3 mm narrower
    This smartphone is narrower than the average smartphone (73.7 mm vs 76 mm). The average smartphone width is 76 mm.
    73.7 mm vs 76 mm
  • 4.3 mm shorter
    This smartphone is shorter than the average smartphone (159.3 mm vs 163.6 mm). The average smartphone height is 163.6 mm.
    159.3 mm vs 163.6 mm
  • 16.9% smaller volume
    This smartphone has a smaller device volume than the average smartphone (81249 cm³ vs 97800 cm³). The average smartphone volume is 97800 cm³.
    81,249 cm³ vs 97,800 cm³
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 48.4% slower GPU clock
    This smartphone has a lower GPU frequency than the average smartphone (490 MHz vs 950 MHz). The average smartphone has a GPU frequency of 950 MHz.
    490 MHz vs 950 MHz
  • 50% less storage
    This smartphone offers less internal storage than the average smartphone (128 GB vs 256 GB). The average smartphone includes 256 GB of internal storage.
    128 GB vs 256 GB
  • 16.7% higher TDP (less efficient)
    This smartphone has a higher TDP than the average smartphone (5 W vs 6 W). The average smartphone has a TDP of 6 W.
    5 W vs 6 W
  • 8.2% lower Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone performs worse in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (865 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in the Geekbench 6 single-core test.
    865 vs 942
  • Worse processor
    This smartphone uses a worse processor than the average smartphone (Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 5G vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • No live text recognition
    This smartphone does not support live text recognition, the average smartphone does. 50.9% of smartphones offer real-time text recognition.
  • Lacks app tracking protection
    This smartphone does not have app tracking protection, the average smartphone does. 70.2% of smartphones include app tracking protection.
  • Older Android version
    This smartphone runs an older Android version than the average smartphone (Android 12 vs Android 14). The average smartphone runs Android version Android 14.
    Android 12 vs Android 14
  • Narrower main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone aperture is f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Narrower front camera aperture
    This smartphone has a narrower front camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/2.5 vs f/2.2). The average smartphone front aperture is f/2.2.
    f/2.5 vs f/2.2
  • 0.1 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    2.1 binned
    0.7 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 0.12 inches inch smaller screen size
    This smartphone has a smaller screen size than the average smartphone (6.6 inches vs 6.67 inches). The average smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches.
    6.55 inches vs 6.67 inches
  • 14% smaller battery capacity
    This smartphone has a smaller battery capacity than the average smartphone (4300 mAh vs 5000 mAh). The average smartphone has a capacity of 5000 mAh.
    4,300 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Lower IP rating
    This smartphone has a lower IP rating than the average smartphone (IP53 vs IP67). 0.00% of smartphones have a higher IP rating.
    IP53 vs IP67
  • 2 year/s older release date
    This smartphone is an older model than the average smartphone (2022 vs 2024). 2.00% of smartphones were released more recently.
    July 2022
    2022 vs 2024

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dxomark.com
13/12/2022
Summary of the review
[DxOMark] Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G Camera test
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digitalcameraworld.com
11/07/2022
Summary of the review
[Digital Camera World] Xiaomi 12 Lite - the phone that prioritizes selfie quality
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stuff.tv
09/07/2022
Summary of the review
[Stuff] Xiaomi 12 Lite review: Apple-esque, but affordable
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root-nation.com
29/01/2023
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[Root-Nation] Xiaomi 12 Lite: Smartphone review
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cgmagonline.com
16/09/2022
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[CGMagazine] Xiaomi 12 Lite Smartphone Review
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phonearena.com
02/11/2022
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techadvisor.com
25/10/2022
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[Tech Advisor] Xiaomi 12 Lite review: Light But Not a Lightweight
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trustedreviews.com
05/04/2023
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[Trusted Reviews] Xiaomi 12 Lite Review
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androidcentral.com
20/07/2022
Summary of the review
[Android Central] Xiaomi 12 Lite review: Relentless iteration
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evosmart.it
25/07/2022
Summary of the review
Xiaomi 12 Lite Review: Beautiful, Practical, and Reliable
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smartphonology.it
10/01/2023
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Xiaomi 12 Lite Review: A Youthful All-Rounder
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xiaomitoday.it
28/09/2022
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Xiaomi 12 Lite 5G: review, price and release date
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techprincess.it
25/07/2022
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What we like about Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

  • Sleek and lightweight 'featherweight' design (173g) with a premium-feeling frosted glass back
  • Vibrant 120Hz AMOLED display with high color accuracy (12-bit depth) and HDR10+ support
  • Fast 67W wired charging that can reach 50% in roughly 15 minutes; charger is included in the box
  • Strong 32MP selfie camera with rare features like autofocus and dual-LED fill lights
  • Reliable day-to-day performance powered by the power-efficient Snapdragon 778G chipset
  • Fast and accurate in-display optical fingerprint scanner

What we don't like about Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB)

  • Below-average battery life compared to mid-range rivals with larger 5000mAh cells
  • Lack of official IP rating for water and dust resistance, which some cheaper Xiaomi models include
  • Removal of the microSD card slot for expandable storage compared to the previous model
  • Secondary cameras (8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro) are significantly weaker than the main 108MP sensor
  • Absence of OIS (Optical Image Stabilization) on the main camera and no wireless charging support
  • Software bloatware and a somewhat polarizing MIUI interface with limited guaranteed platform updates

Verdict

The Xiaomi 12 Lite (8GB + 128GB) is a stylish and lightweight 5G mid-range smartphone, featuring a vibrant 6.55-inch 120Hz AMOLED display and a powerful 108MP main camera. It runs on the efficient Snapdragon 778G 5G chipset and has a 4,300mAh battery that supports rapid 67W wired turbo charging, with the charger included in the box. The main pros are its premium, slim design (7.29mm, 173g), excellent display quality with Dolby Vision and HDR10+ support, solid performance for daily tasks and gaming, and an autofocus-enabled 32MP selfie camera. Cons include middling battery life compared to some rivals, the lack of an official IP water resistance rating, the absence of a microSD card slot for storage expansion, and a low-resolution 2MP macro camera that offers limited utility.

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