Xiaomi Redmi 12C Price in South Africa
Expected Retail Price
ZAR2034
Price of Xiaomi Redmi 12C in South Africa as of Oct 2026.
Key Features:
Brand: XIAOMI
Display: 6.71" IPS LCD
Chipset: Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm)
Camera: Single
Battery: 5,000 mAh / 10W wired
Software: Android 12, MIUI 13
Should you buy the Xiaomi Redmi 12C?
Reasons to Buy
- 5,000 mAh battery capacity
- 6.71" IPS LCD display for media and everyday use
- Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) platform for daily performance
Reasons to Avoid
- Durability and protection details should be confirmed before purchase.
Detailed Specifications
Launch
| Announced | 2022-12-31 |
|---|---|
| Released | 2023-01-01 |
| Device type | Smartphone |
| Model number | 22120RN86G, 22120RN86I, 22126RN91Y, 2212ARNC4L |
Body
| Dimensions | 168.8 x 76.4 x 8.8 mm |
|---|---|
| Weight | 192 g |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
Display
| Type | IPS LCD |
|---|---|
| Size | 6.71 inches |
| Resolution | 720 x 1650 pixels |
| Brightness | 500 nits (typ) |
Platform
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 |
|---|---|
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6769Z Helio G85 (12 nm) |
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.0 GHz Cortex-A75 & 6x1.8 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Mali-G52 MC2 |
Memory
| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) |
|---|
Camera
| Rear camera | Single |
|---|---|
| Main camera | 50 MP |
| Rear features | LED flash, HDR |
| Selfie camera | Single |
| Selfie camera MP | 5 MP |
| Video | 1080p@30fps |
Battery
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh |
|---|---|
| Type | Li-Po |
| Wired charging | 10W wired |
Connectivity
| Network | GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE |
|---|---|
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Bluetooth | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| NFC | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| USB | microUSB 2.0 |
| Radio | FM radio |
Features
| Sensors | Fingerprint (rear-mounted), accelerometer |
|---|---|
| Fingerprint | rear-mounted |
| Audio | Loudspeaker, 3.5mm jack |
| Colors | Graphite Gray, Ocean Blue, Mint Green, Lavender Purple |
| SAR | 1.08 W/kg (head) 0.64 W/kg (body) |
Specifications last checked Jun 20, 2026.
Frequently Asked Questions
The Xiaomi Redmi 12C was officially 2023-01-01.
The starting retail price for the Xiaomi Redmi 12C in South Africa is currently za ZAR2034.
It features a 6.71" IPS LCD display with 720 x 1650 pixels resolution.
The verified rear camera specification is Single, with video recording listed as 1080p@30fps.
The device lists a 5,000 mAh Li-Po battery, with 10W wired wired charging.
