Xiaomi 12 Lite (2022) review

Xiaomi announced the launch of the 12 Lite smartphone in 2022. The manufacturer is offering the Xiaomi 12 Lite phone with 6.55 inch display, Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset, 8 GB of RAM and 128 GB of internal storage.

The Xiaomi 12 Lite series was launched with Android OS v12.0 pre-installed, but it is upgradable to newer versions of OS as they become available. The 6.55 inch AMOLED displays has fast response times, which means they can transition quickly between different colors and refresh rates. The multi-camera setup on the 12 Lite offers versatility, allowing you to capture a wide range of subjects and scenes with different perspectives. With multiple cameras, you can capture the same scene from different angles or focal lengths simultaneously.

Xiaomi 12 Lite specifications

Body

The weight of Xiaomi 12 Lite is about 6.1 oz with battery, which is average compared to most of the smartphones with same size. The dimensions of this Xiaomi smartphone are average (6.27 x 2.9 x 0.32 inch). Smaller smartphones are more compact and easier to carry around, but they may have smaller displays that can be harder to read and interact with. A Nano SIM is a small (12.3 x 8.8 x 0.67 mm) chipcard that is used in smartphones as a subscriber identity module (SIM) for connecting to a cellular network.

System

The Xiaomi 12 Lite comes with Android OS v12.0 out of the box, but it is upgradable to the next OS. Android is closely integrated with various Google services, such as Google Maps, Gmail, and Google Drive, which makes it easy for users to access and manage their data across multiple devices. The 12 Lite utilizes Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G chipset. This octa-core CPU is managed by an advanced scheduler that allocates tasks to the CPU for speed and power efficiency in real time.

The 12 Lite utilizes Adreno 642 GPU. A GPU (Graphics Processing Unit) is a specialized chip that is primarily designed to handle and accelerate the processing of graphics and visual data. It is responsible for rendering images, videos, and animations on a smartphone screen. Adreno GPUs are designed to work in conjunction with Qualcomm's Snapdragon processors. The latest Adreno GPUs support advanced graphics features such as high dynamic range (HDR) rendering, virtual reality, and augmented reality applications.

Display

The 12 Lite features a 6.55 inch AMOLED display. AMOLED displays enable an Always-On Display feature, where a portion of the screen remains active to display information such as time, date, notifications, or custom widgets, even when the rest of the display is off. The 6.55 inch display should be large enough to provide a comfortable viewing experience for your needs, whether it's reading text, browsing the web, or watching videos.

The size of the screen is measured diagonally, from corner to corner. A larger screen typically requires more power to illuminate, which can impact battery life. The display of Xiaomi 12 Lite is multitouch capable. Multitouch technology enables the device's touchscreen to detect and interpret multiple touch points on the screen simultaneously.

Memory

The 8 GB of RAM on the Xiaomi 12 Lite should be more than enough to handle their daily needs without any major issues. Having more RAM alone does not necessarily guarantee better performance, and other factors such as the processor and storage speed can also impact overall performance. 128 GB of internal storage should be more than enough for their needs. The 12 Lite has 128 GB of internal storage. The memory and the internal storage of the Xiaomi 12 Lite (8 GB) cannot be expanded.

Camera

This smartphone features a multi-camera setup. Multiple cameras or depth sensors can enhance the smartphone's ability to create appealing portrait mode effects, including background blur or bokeh. This can be useful for creating multi-camera shots, 3D effects, or immersive content. The main camera of the 12 Lite is equipped with autofocus. An autofocus (or AF) optical system uses a sensor, a control system and a motor to focus on an automatically or manually selected point or area. Very few Android cameras come without autofocus. The main camera of 12 Lite has optical image stabilization (OIS) to counteract camera shake. Optical image stabilization is a must for anyone shooting without a tripod with a long lens or in low light conditions.

Connectivity

The Xiaomi 12 Lite supports the latest 5G network technology. 5G is the fifth generation of cellular technology. It is designed to increase speed, reduce latency, and improve flexibility of wireless services. The Xiaomi 12 Lite like all modern smartphones, is capable of connecting to Wi-Fi networks. Wi-Fi networks use radio waves to transmit data between devices and a wireless access point, which is typically connected to a wired network and serves as a hub for wireless devices to connect to the internet or other networks.

With Bluetooth connectivity, you can connect your 12 Lite smartphone to a wide range of Bluetooth-enabled devices, such as headphones, speakers, smartwatches, fitness trackers, and more. The 12 Lite has a GPS receiver. GPS allows smartphones to determine their precise location and provide accurate navigation and mapping services. This includes turn-by-turn directions, real-time traffic updates, points of interest, and alternative routes.

The 12 Lite is NFC (Near Field Communication) capable. NFC stands for Near Field Communication, and it is a wireless communication technology that allows two devices to exchange information when they are brought close together. The 12 Lite phone has built-in FM radio receiver. FM radio allows users to tune in to local radio stations and listen to live broadcasts, news, music, and other content. The 12 Lite has an USB Type-C port. Type-C is a small, reversible connector that can be plugged in to a device in either orientation, making it more convenient to use than older USB connectors that only worked when plugged in a certain way. The 12 Lite smartphone does not have 3.5 mm headphone jack.

Battery

The Li-Po 4300 mAh, non-removable battery gives the smartphone a good battery backup. The lithium polymer (Li-Po) battery is a thin, light-weight, rechargeable battery. No periodic discharge is needed and charging can be done at random. The battery of 12 Lite isn't removable without voiding the warranty.

Features

Smartphones today come with a wealth of sensors to facilitate a better user experience. The accelerometer provides information about the smartphone's movement in three axes: X (horizontal), Y (vertical), and Z (depth). The 12 Lite phone has a fingerprint scanner. This sensor identifies and authenticates the fingerprints of an individual in order to grant or deny access to a smartphone. This Xiaomi phones come with proximity sensor. This proximity sensor detects how close the phone is to an outside object, such as your ear.

The 12 Lite phone comes with a compass sensor. A compass sensor is a device that provides accurate directions in relation to the earth's North and South magnetic poles. The ambient light sensor detects the level of ambient light in the surrounding environment. The main purpose of a light sensor in a smartphone is to automatically adjust the brightness of the device's display. The Dual SIM capability of Xiaomi 12 Lite phone is ideal for businesses wishing to provide staff with a mobile device that can offer separate numbers and bills for both personal and business use. This smartphone supports fast charging. Fast charging is an important feature for smartphones. It allows you to quickly and easily recharge your phone's battery when you are on the go.

The specifications above are based on the official data published by the manufacturer, but we also take user reviews into consideration. If you found an error or something lacking in the specifications above for the Xiaomi 12 Lite, then don’t hesitate and signal the problem to us.

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