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Xiaomi 12 Pro

Avoid buyingValue Score 40/100
$350
Global launch (~€1,049); not US-official. USD-equivalent from EU pricing; import-only for US.
$1050 at launch

How long will it last?

Official promise

Supported until December 2025 · Buy-by December 2023

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2021◆ Buy-by Dec 20232025

Xiaomi promises 4 years of updates for this phone, so it's supported until December 2025 — buying it today still gets you about -0.4 years of safe use.

Source: Xiaomi's official policy · last verified 2026-06-12 · how we compute this

Our verdict

A triple-50MP 2K flagship with 120W charging that impressed in 2022 but has now run out its software support and lacks an IP rating.

Pros

  • Triple 50MP cameras including a 2x portrait telephoto
  • 120W wired plus 50W wireless charging
  • Sharp 6.73-inch 2K LTPO display

Cons

  • Software support has now lapsed, ending security patches
  • No official IP water-resistance rating; Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 ran hot
Best for: Bargain buyers wanting a big 2K screen and fast charging secondhandBest for: Users who don't need long-term updatesAvoid if: You want ongoing security updatesAvoid if: You need water resistance or cooler, more efficient performance

Full specifications

Display

💡 Bigger numbers = smoother scrolling (Hz) and easier outdoor reading (nits).

Screen6.73-inch LTPO AMOLED, 3200 x 1440, 120Hz
Performance

💡 The phone's brain — it decides speed today and how well it ages.

ChipsetQualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
RAM8GB / 12GB
Storage128GB / 256GB
Cameras

💡 Megapixels aren't everything — lens variety matters more day-to-day.

main50MP
ultra-wide50MP
telephoto 2x50MP
front32MP
Battery & charging

💡 Capacity in mAh — bigger usually means longer between charges.

Battery4,600 mAh
Charging120W wired, 50W wireless
Build

💡 Size, weight, and the materials between your phone and the floor.

Dimensions163.6 × 74.6 × 8.2 mm
Weight205 g
MaterialsAluminum frame, glass or eco-leather back
Water resistanceNone
Software & connectivity

💡 The software it ships with, and how far it can upgrade.

SoftwareAndroid 12 with MIUI 13 at launch
Connectivity5G, Wi-Fi 6, Bluetooth 5.2, USB-C
Update policy3 OS upgrades · 4 years of security updates (official promise)

Better-value alternatives

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Frequently asked questions

How long will the Xiaomi 12 Pro get updates?

It received three Android upgrades and roughly four years of security patches, so its support has effectively ended as of late 2025.

Is the Xiaomi 12 Pro water resistant?

No. The Xiaomi 12 Pro has no official IP rating, so it isn't certified against water or dust ingress.

How fast does the Xiaomi 12 Pro charge?

It supports 120W wired charging that fills the 4,600mAh battery in under 20 minutes, plus 50W wireless and 10W reverse wireless charging.

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Specs are collected from manufacturer documentation; prices reflect major US retailers and change often. Support end dates follow each brand's official policy (or, for Apple, its documented historical pattern). Last verified 2026-06-12.