The Redmi Note 12, a budget-friendly smartphone from the stables of Xiaomi, strikes an excellent balance of performance and features against the price. Of its laudable specifications, the most important feature that attracts consumers is the battery life of this device. In this review, we’ll dive deep into the Redmi Note 12 battery life, examining how long it lasts under real-world usage, how it compares to other devices, and whether it meets the expectations of daily smartphone users.
Battery Specifications
Before going into the real-world performance, let's quickly take a look at the official specifications for the battery on the Redmi Note 12. This device comes equipped with the standard 5000mAh battery used in most mid-range smartphones. It supports 33W fast charging for quick recharging of your device when you need to top it up.
To give a proper idea about battery life in general usage, we conducted a series of tests emulating everyday tasks: browsing social media, watching videos, gaming, and streaming music. The results breakdown is as follows:
- General Use (Social Media, Messaging, Light Browsing):
In a usual scenario, the *Redmi Note 12* lasted really well. Sending and receiving emails, being active on social media applications, and messaging throughout the day got me close to about 7-8 hours of screen-on time. On this usage pattern, you can easily pass out with a full workday or with travel stress without having to care about battery drain. - Video Streaming (YouTube, Netflix):
The Redmi Note 12 did well when streaming videos in HD. A full charge lasted for about 9-10 hours of continuous video playback, placing it in line with many other phones in its category. This makes the device a solid choice for binge-watchers who enjoy watching videos on their phone without frequent recharges. - Gaming:
Gaming has a tendency to drain the battery faster on a phone, and the Redmi Note 12 is not an exception in this regard. The battery used up during moderate gaming sessions, that is, playing PUBG Mobile or Asphalt 9 at medium settings, happened approximately around **8-