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

Avg. price:~£240RAM capacity:8 GBInternal storage:128 GBScreen size:6.67 inchesMain camera megapixels:108 MP & 8 MP & 2 MP

Xiaomi 12T (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 12T (8GB + 128GB)
7.4/10

Overall score

Score
7.4/ 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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▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

90%

7.3

Technical score

10%

8.2

User score

▲Better than 72% of smartphones
8.0

Value for money

Value for money
8.0/ 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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▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

▲Better than 87%
7.3

Technical score

Technical score
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

5.9

Design

▲Better than 71%
8.2

User score

User score
8.2/ 10
✕
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
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
▲Better than 72%
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Technical Specifications of smartphone Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB)

Technical score
Technical score
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 71% of models
Score components:

25%

6.8

Performance & Hardware

18%

7.7

Camera

15%

8.1

Display

15%

6.7

Battery

10%

7.8

Software

10%

8.1

Connectivity

4%

6.2

Audio

3%

5.9

Design

7.3
User score
User score
8.2/ 10
✕
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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 72% of models
Score components

70%

8.6

User ratings

30%

7.3

Number of reviews

Based on ratings from across the web.
8.2
Popularity
Popularity
7.3/ 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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<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 68% of models
Popularity:
Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) has a popularity of 7.3 points, which is higher than 67.8% of smartphones.
7.3
Value for money
Value for money
8.0/ 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
▼
<55-66-77-88-99-10
▲ Better than 87% of models
Score components:

70%

7.4

Overall score

30%

9.3

Price

8.0
Brand name
Xiaomi
Processor model
MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Ultra
This smartphone uses the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Ultra processor which is faster than processors in 69.4% 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
2.85 GHz
Market range: <2 GHz – >3.3 GHz
The CPU boost clock speed of this smartphone is 2.85 GHz which is higher than the boost speed of 73.1% of smartphones and equal to that of 0.7% of smartphones.
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Operating system
Android
This smartphone uses the Android operating system, which outperforms that of 1%.
Android 14
Android version
Android 14
This smartphone runs Android version Android 14 which is newer than that found in 49.5% of smartphones and equal to that in 21% 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/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4
This smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 which is wider than that of 83.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.1% of smartphones.
Main camera sensor area
44.2 mm²
Market range: <19.7 mm² – >71.4 mm²
This smartphone has a main camera sensor area of 44.2 mm² which is larger than the main camera sensor area of 60.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 4.4% of smartphones.
Main camera pixel size
0.64 µm
Market range: <0.64 µm – >1.22 µm
This smartphone has a main camera pixel size of 0.64 µm which is smaller than in 75.1% of smartphones and equal to the size in 18.6% of smartphones.
1.92 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
6.67 inches
Market range: <6.3 inches – >6.82 inches
This smartphone has a screen size of 6.67 inches which is larger than the screens of 38.3% of smartphones and equal to those of 13.4% of smartphones.
Screen resolution
1220x 2712 px
This smartphone has a screen resolution of 1220x2712 px which is higher than that of 77.5% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.9% of smartphones.
Pixel density
446 ppi
Market range: <264 ppi – >460 ppi
This smartphone has a pixel density of 446 ppi which is higher than that of 78.3% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.8% 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
5,000 mAh
Market range: <4k mAh – >7k mAh
This smartphone has a battery capacity of 5,000 mAh which is larger than the batteries in 28.3% of smartphones and equal to those in 28.8% of smartphones.
Charging speed
120 W
Market range: <15 W – >90 W
This smartphone supports charging speeds of 120 W which is faster than in 94.4% of smartphones and equal to speeds in 4.6% of smartphones.
Fast charging
yes
This smartphone supports fast charging. 93.1% of smartphones support fast charging.
GSMArena full wired charge time
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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
no
This smartphone does not support aptX Lossless. 12.9% of smartphones provide aptX Lossless.
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Height
163.1 mm
Market range: <156.2 mm – >171.56 mm
This smartphone has a height of 163.1 mm which is shorter than 56.7% of smartphones and equal to that of 1.1% of smartphones.
Width
75.9 mm
Market range: <73.1 mm – >81 mm
This smartphone has a width of 75.9 mm which is narrower than 50.4% of smartphones and equal to that of 2.4% of smartphones.
Thickness
8.6 mm
Market range: <7.53 mm – >10.5 mm
This smartphone has a thickness of 8.6 mm which is thicker than 65% of smartphones and equal to that of 3.9% of smartphones.
Weight
202 g
Market range: <175 g – >256 g
This smartphone weighs 202 g which is heavier than 61.3% of smartphones and equal to the weight of 1.2% of smartphones.
Device volume
97,800 cm³
Market range: <80 cm³ – >190 cm³
This smartphone has a device volume of 97,800 cm³ which is smaller than 46.6% of smartphones and equal to that of 5% of smartphones.
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Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) vs the average smartphone

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  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (480 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • 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
  • 8.6% better value for money
    Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) has better value for money than the average smartphone (7.97 vs 7.3).
    7.97 vs 7.34
  • 2.7% higher user score
    User score
    8.2/ 10
    ✕
    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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    Xiaomi 12T
    the average smartphone
    Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) has a higher user score than the average smartphone (8.21 vs 8.000).
    8.21 vs 8
  • 33.8% more popular
    Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) is more popular than the average smartphone (7.28 vs 5.4).
    7.28 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
  • 18.8% higher CPU boost clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU boost clock speed than the average smartphone (2.9 GHz vs 2.4 GHz). The average smartphone has a boost clock speed of 2.4 GHz.
    2.85 GHz vs 2.4 GHz
  • Higher CPU base clock speed
    This smartphone has a higher CPU base clock speed than the average smartphone (4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz). The average smartphone has a base clock speed of 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz.
    4x2.85 GHz & 4x2 GHz vs 2x2.2 GHz & 6x2 GHz
  • 2 more memory channels
    This smartphone has more memory channels than the average smartphone (4 vs 2). The average smartphone has 2 memory channels.
    4 vs 2
  • 88.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life than the average smartphone (5,860 vs 3,115). The average smartphone scores 3,115.
    5,860 vs 3,115
  • 16.7% smaller process node
    This smartphone uses a smaller process node than the average smartphone (5 nm vs 6 nm). The average process node size is 6 nm.
    5 nm vs 6 nm
  • 28.3% higher Geekbench 6 single-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 single-core than the average smartphone (1,209 vs 942). The average smartphone scores 942 in single-core.
    1,209 vs 942
  • 40.5% higher Geekbench 6 multi-core benchmark score
    This smartphone scores better in Geekbench 6 multi-core than the average smartphone (3,559 vs 2,533). The average smartphone scores 2,533 in multi-core.
    3,559 vs 2,533
  • 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
  • 52.1% higher 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
    This smartphone scores higher in 3DMark Wild Life Unlimited than the average smartphone (5,819 vs 3,825). The average smartphone scores 3,825.
    5,819 vs 3,825
  • 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
  • 27.8% higher 3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
    This smartphone performs better in 3DMark Wild Life Extreme than the average smartphone (1,567 vs 1,226). The average smartphone scores 1,226.
    1,567 vs 1,226
  • 50% more shader units
    This smartphone features more shader units than the average smartphone (384 vs 256). The average smartphone has 256 shader units.
    384 vs 256
  • Better processor
    This smartphone features a better processor than the average smartphone (MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3).
    MediaTek Dimensity 8,100-Ultra vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 3
  • Has optical image stabilization
    This smartphone has optical image stabilization (OIS), the average smartphone does not. 48.3% of smartphones feature OIS.
  • 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
  • Supports RAW photo capture
    This smartphone supports RAW photo capture, the average smartphone does not. 37.1% of smartphones allow RAW files.
  • Uses a BSI sensor
    This smartphone uses a BSI sensor, the average smartphone does not. 40.5% of smartphones include BSI sensors.
  • 38.1% larger main camera sensor area
    This smartphone has a larger main camera sensor area than the average smartphone (44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²). The average main camera sensor area is 32 mm².
    44.2 mm² vs 32 mm²
  • Supports laser autofocus
    This smartphone features laser autofocus, the average smartphone does not. 21.4% of smartphones include laser AF.
  • Allows manual shutter speed
    This smartphone allows manual shutter speed control, the average smartphone does not. 29.8% of smartphones include this.
  • 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.
  • Wider main camera aperture
    This smartphone has a wider main camera aperture than the average smartphone (f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4). The average smartphone has a main camera aperture of f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4.
    f/1.7 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 vs f/1.8 & f/2.2 & f/2.4 & f/2.4
  • Higher front camera megapixels
    This smartphone has more front camera megapixels than the average smartphone (20 MP vs 16 MP). The average front camera has 16 MP megapixels.
    20 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.
  • Newer Bluetooth version
    This smartphone supports a newer Bluetooth version than the average smartphone (5.3 vs 5.2). The average version is Bluetooth 5.2.
    5.3 vs 5.2
  • 2x higher touch sampling rate
    This smartphone has a higher touch sampling rate than the average smartphone (480 Hz vs 240 Hz). The average touch sampling rate is 240 Hz.
    480 Hz vs 240 Hz
  • Supports Dolby Vision support
    This smartphone supports Dolby Vision, the average smartphone does not. 17.3% of smartphones are Dolby Vision compatible.
  • Higher screen resolution
    This smartphone has a higher screen resolution than the average smartphone (1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px). The average smartphone resolution is 1080x2400 px.
    1220x2712 px vs 1080x2400 px
  • 12.9% higher pixel density
    This smartphone has a higher pixel density than the average smartphone (446 ppi vs 395 ppi). The average smartphone has a pixel density of 395 ppi.
    446 ppi vs 395 ppi
  • 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.
  • Has an always-on display
    This smartphone features an always-on display, the average smartphone does not. 49.2% of smartphones offer always-on functionality.
  • 3.64x faster charging speed
    This smartphone supports a faster charging speed than the average smartphone (120 W vs 33 W). The average charging speed is 33 W.
    120 W vs 33 W
  • Higher GSMArena battery life endurance score
    This smartphone has a higher GSMArena battery life endurance score than the average smartphone (104 vs 99.5). The average endurance score is 99.5.
    104 vs 99.5
  • Supports aptX
    This smartphone supports aptX, the average smartphone does not. 50% of smartphones are aptX compatible.
  • 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.
  • No memory card slot
    This smartphone does not have a memory card slot, the average smartphone does. 53.5% of smartphones feature expandable storage.
  • 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
  • 15.8% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (101 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    101 vs 120
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 µm vs 0.8 µm
  • 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.
    October 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 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.
  • 15.8% lower DxOMark Mobile score
    This smartphone has a lower DxOMark Mobile score than the average smartphone (101 vs 120). The average smartphone scores 120.
    101 vs 120
  • 0.16 µm smaller main camera pixel size
    This smartphone has a smaller main camera pixel size than the average smartphone (0.6 µm vs 0.8 µm). The average smartphone has a pixel size of 0.8 µm.
    1.92 binned
    0.64 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.
  • 100 nits lower peak brightness
    This smartphone has a lower peak brightness than the average smartphone (900 nits vs 1000 nits). The average smartphone peak brightness is 1000 nits.
    900 nits vs 1,000 nits
  • No reverse wired charging
    This smartphone does not support reverse wired charging, the average smartphone does. 60.8% of smartphones support reverse wired charging.
  • 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.
    October 2022
    2022 vs 2024
  • 3% heavier
    This smartphone is heavier than the average smartphone (202 g vs 196.2 g). The average smartphone weighs 196.2 g.
    202 g vs 196.2 g
  • 0.3 mm thicker
    This smartphone is thicker than the average smartphone (8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm). The average smartphone has a thickness of 8.3 mm.
    8.6 mm vs 8.3 mm

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trustedreviews.com
28/11/2022
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Xiaomi 12T Review - Trusted Reviews
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phonearena.com
14/12/2022
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Xiaomi 12T review: More value than you'd think! - PhoneArena
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expertreviews.co.uk
17/11/2022
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digital-nasional.com.my
02/11/2022
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29/01/2023
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nextpit.com
05/10/2022
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Xiaomi 12T hands-on: When having 200 MP doesn't matter
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techradar.com
05/10/2022
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dxomark.com
19/10/2022
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techadvisor.com
20/10/2022
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nextpit.de
20/10/2022
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imtest.de
09/10/2022
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08/11/2022
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22/12/2022
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What we like about Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB)

  • Extremely fast 120W wired charging that reaches 100% in roughly 20 minutes
  • Excellent 120Hz AMOLED display with high sharpness and vibrant colors
  • Strong performance from the MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Ultra chipset, suitable for gaming
  • Long-lasting 5,000mAh battery providing a full day of heavy usage
  • Good daylight photo quality from the 108MP main camera sensor
  • Loud and clear dual stereo speakers with Dolby Atmos support
  • Competitive pricing offering flagship-like features at a mid-range cost

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

  • Lack of wireless charging and official IP68 water/dust resistance rating
  • Middling performance of secondary cameras (8MP ultrawide and 2MP macro lenses)
  • Presence of pre-installed bloatware and occasional ads within the MIUI software
  • Design uses a plastic frame rather than more premium metal found on some competitors
  • No telephoto lens for dedicated optical zoom capabilities
  • Occasional software bugs and notification issues reported by some long-term users
  • Mixed reports of video stabilization quality during movement

Verdict

The Xiaomi 12T (8GB + 128GB) is a powerful mid-to-high range smartphone known for its impressive 108MP main camera, capable of capturing detailed photos and 4K video. It features a sharp 6.67-inch AMOLED display with a smooth 120Hz refresh rate, powered by a MediaTek Dimensity 8100-Ultra processor. A major strength is its 5,000mAh battery coupled with ultra-fast 120W HyperCharge support, which can charge the phone to full in under 20 minutes. The primary trade-offs (cons) are the absence of wireless charging, no official IP water resistance rating, and a plastic frame construction.

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