Xiaomi 12S Ultra review: specs and price
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Why is Xiaomi 12S Ultra better than the average?
- Battery power?
4860mAhvs3830.77mAh - Pixel density?
521ppivs355.71ppi - RAM?
12GBvs5.14GB - Resolution?
1440 x 3200pxvs1.96MP - Megapixels (main camera)?
50MP & 48MP & 48MPvs38.75MP - CPU speed?
1 x 3.2GHz & 3 x 2.75GHz & 4 x 2GHzvs13.09GHz - Screen size?
6.73"vs5.97" - Megapixels (front camera)?
32MPvs11.85MP
Price comparison
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User reviews
Overall rating
Features
Build quality
8.0/10
6 votes
Display quality
8.3/10
6 votes
Battery life
8.0/10
6 votes
Photography
8.2/10
6 votes
Performance
8.5/10
6 votes
Design
weight
225g
We consider a lower weight better because lighter devices are more comfortable to carry. A lower weight is also an advantage for home appliances, as it makes transportation easier, and for many other types of products.
thickness
9.1mm
The thickness (or depth) of the product.
width
75mm
The width represents the horizontal dimension of the product.
height
163.2mm
The height represents the vertical dimension of the product.
weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The device is protected with extra seals to prevent failures caused by dust, raindrops, and water splashes.
The first number of the IP rating refers to protection against dust, while the second number refers to protection against liquid. E.g. a first number of 6 denotes that it is completely dustproof, and a second number of 7 denotes that the device can withstand full immersion in water.
The waterproof depth rating indicates how well the device is protected against water ingress and water pressure. Devices which can withstand more water pressure are better for swimming or diving.
volume
111.38cm³
Volume is the quantity of three-dimensional space enclosed by the product's chassis or, in simpler terms, the space the product occupies.
lowest potential operating temperature
Unknown. Help us by suggesting a value.
The minimum temperature at which the device can perform to the optimal level.
Display
screen size
6.73"
The size of the screen (measured diagonally).
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
The type of technology used in the display.
pixel density
521ppi
Pixel density is a measurement of a screen's resolution, expressed as the number of pixels per inch (PPI) on the screen. A higher pixel density translates into more clarity and sharpness for the images rendered on the screen, thus improving the quality of the viewing experience.
resolution
1440 x 3200px
Resolution is an essential indicator of a screen's image quality, representing the maximum amount of pixels that can be shown on the screen. The resolution is given as a compound value, comprised of horizontal and vertical pixels.
refresh rate
120Hz
The frequency at which the screen is refreshed. Higher frequency results in less flickering (less noise) and more natural movement representation in action-intense scenes.
touch sampling rate
240Hz
The touch sampling rate is the speed at which a screen can register your touch input and respond by rendering the next frame. Also called the touch refresh rate.
brightness (typical)
1000 nits
A nit is a measurement of the light that a display emits, equal to one candela per square meter. Brighter displays ensure a screen's contents are easy to read, even in sunny conditions.
has branded damage-resistant glass
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Damage-resistant glass (such as Corning Gorilla Glass or Asahi Dragontrail Glass) is thin, lightweight, and can withstand high levels of force.
Gorilla Glass version
Gorilla Glass Victus
Gorilla Glass is one of the most popular brands of chemically strengthened glass, manufactured by Corning. Several versions have been developed, the newer ones being more durable and providing better damage resistance.
Performance
internal storage
512GB
The internal storage refers to the built-in storage space available in a device for system data, apps, and user-generated data. With a large amount of internal storage, you can save more files and apps on your device.
RAM
12GB
Random-access memory (RAM) is a form of volatile memory used to store working data and machine code currently in use. It is a quick-access, temporary virtual storage that can be read and changed in any order, thus enabling fast data processing.
Android version
Android 12
A newer version of Android generally provides a better user experience. Major Android releases include new features and improvements to performance, as well as important security updates.
AnTuTu benchmark score
917688
AnTuTu is one of the most important benchmarks for Android devices. The score reflects the overall performance of a device by summing up results of individual tests that various parameters, such as RAM speed, CPU performance, 2D & 3D graphics performance.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). Source: 3DMark.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Unlimited version runs off-screen so that factors such as display resolution don’t affect the score. Source: 3DMark.
Wild Life is a cross-platform benchmark developed by 3DMark that tests the graphical performance of a device (using the Vulkan API on Android/Windows and the Metal API on iOS). The Extreme version is much more graphically-demanding than the standard Wild Life benchmark. Source: 3DMark.
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's multi-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
Geekbench 5 is a cross-platform benchmark that measures a processor's single-core performance. (Source: Primate Labs, 2023)
Cameras
megapixels (main camera)
50MP & 48MP & 48MP
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the main camera. A higher megapixel count means that the camera is capable of capturing more details. However, the megapixel count is not the only important element determining the quality of an image.
The number of megapixels determines the resolution of the images captured with the front camera. A higher megapixel count means that the front camera is capable of capturing more details, an essential factor for taking high-resolution selfies.
has built-in optical image stabilization
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Optical image stabilization uses gyroscopic sensors to detect the vibrations of the camera. The lens adjusts the optical path accordingly, ensuring that any type of motion blur is corrected before the sensor captures the image.
video recording (main camera)
4320 x 24fps
The maximum resolution available for videos shot with the main camera. Although it may be possible to choose among other frame rates, those recordings usually have lower resolutions.
wide aperture (main camera)
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/4.1
With a wider aperture the sensor can capture more light, helping to avoid blur by enabling a faster shutter speed. It also provides a shallow depth of field, allowing you to blur the background to focus attention on the subject.
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
A dual-tone flash has LED lights with different color temperatures, delivering a better color balance to photos and videos.
has a BSI sensor
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
A BSI (backside illuminated) sensor is a camera image sensor which captures better quality images in poor lighting conditions, and offers better overall sharpness and image quality.
has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
When recording movies they stay focussed and sharp.
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Phase-detection autofocus is much faster than a contrast detection autofocus, allowing for sharper images.
Operating system
has clipboard warnings
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
This privacy feature alerts you with a small notification when an app copies data from your clipboard.
has location privacy options
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
This privacy feature allows you to share your approximate location with an app instead of your precise location.
has camera/microphone privacy options
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
You can enable or disable an app’s access to the camera or microphone on your device. There are also indication icons to show you when an app uses the camera or microphone.
has Mail Privacy Protection
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Mail Privacy Protection is a feature built into the default email app that blocks senders from using “tracking pixels” to see when you’ve read an email. It also hides your IP address from senders.
has theme customization
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
Theme customization allows you to easily change the appearance of the user interface (UI). For example, by changing the system colors or the app icons.
can block app tracking
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Some apps track your activity even when the app is not in use. This privacy feature allows you to block this tracking, either across all apps or on a per-app basis.
blocks cross-site tracking
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
This setting (in the default browser) allows you to block cross-site tracking cookies and data to help protect your privacy.
has on-device machine learning
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
On-device machine learning is used to recognize people, places, and more in the Photos app. The algorithms run on the device, where this sensitive data is then kept. Competing services upload the photos and perform this on their servers, which requires the sharing of personal data.
Can play games while they download
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra (Android 12)
This means you don’t have to wait for the entire game to download first, as the later stages of the game download while you are playing.
Battery
battery power
4860mAh
Battery power, or battery capacity, represents the amount of electrical energy that a battery can store. More battery power can be an indication of longer battery life.
has wireless charging
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
It supports a wireless charging standard such as Qi. To charge the device, you simply put it down on a compatible charging pad.
Supports fast charging
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Fast charging technologies, like Qualcomm’s Quick Charge or MediaTek’s Pump Express, are used to reduce the time it takes to charge a device. For example, with Quick Charge 3.0, the battery can be charged to 50% in just 30 minutes.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, it is important to use a compatible charger.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed. In order to achieve the advertised charging speed, a compatible wireless charger must be used.
has reverse wireless charging
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The device can be used as a wireless charging station to power other gadgets.
Charging speeds are expressed in watts (W), a measure of electrical power. A higher wattage results in a faster charging speed.
has a removable battery
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The battery is removable and can be replaced by the user if broken.
Has an ultra power-saving mode
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The ultra power-saving mode, also called low power mode, is an effective way to extend the battery life of the device. Usually, it involves limiting screen brightness and contrast, disabling location services, restricting connectivity, and turning off nonessential apps.
Audio
has a socket for a 3.5 mm audio jack
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
With a standard mini jack socket, you can use the device with most headphones.
has stereo speakers
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Devices with stereo speakers deliver sound from independent channels on both left and right sides, creating a richer sound and a better experience.
has aptX
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
aptX is a codec used for transmitting audio wirelessly with Bluetooth. It is developed by Qualcomm, and supports 16-bit audio at a bit rate of 384kbps.
has LDAC
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
LDAC is a codec developed by Sony for Bluetooth audio. It is capable of a very high bitrate of 990kbps, which provides high resolution audio. It can also automatically adjust to a lower bitrate of 330kbps or 660kbps to increase stability.
has aptX HD
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
aptX HD is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 24-bit audio (at a bit rate of 576kbps).
has aptX Adaptive
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
aptx Adaptive is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It has a variable bit rate (between 279kbps and 420kbps), which means it can adjust the bit rate for different scenarios, such as listening to HD audio or reducing interference from other devices.
has aptX Lossless
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
aptX Lossless is an audio codec for Bluetooth devices that is developed by Qualcomm. It supports high quality 16-bit/44.1kHz audio (at a maximum bit rate of 1200kbps). This codec provides CD-quality audio without any loss of data.
Has a radio
✖Xiaomi 12S Ultra
A built-in FM radio tuner allows you to listen to most of the live-broadcasted FM radio stations without using the internet.
More microphones result in better sound quality and enable the device to filter out background noise.
Features
has 5G support
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The fifth-generation wireless technology delivers higher speeds and lower latency than the previous, fourth-generation tech.
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
The Wi-Fi versions supported by the device.
download speed
10000MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1)
The download speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can access online content.
upload speed
3000MBits/s (Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Plus Gen 1)
The upload speed is a measurement of the internet connection bandwidth, representing the maximum data transfer rate at which a device can send information to a server or another device.
Has USB Type-C
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The USB Type-C features reversible plug orientation and cable direction.
Newer USB versions are faster and have better power management.
has NFC
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
NFC (near-field communication) allows a device to perform simple wireless transactions, such as mobile payments. Note: this feature may not be available in all markets.
SIM cards
2 SIM
The number and type of SIM cards supported.
Has a fingerprint scanner
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The device has a fingerprint scanner which identifies the user.
Miscellaneous
Has a video light
✔Xiaomi 12S Ultra
A video light helps when recording a movie in low-light conditions.
Price comparison
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Comments
nelson
1 year ago
10 / 10
Tiene mejor camara
nelson
1 year ago
10 / 10
En mi opinión el Xiaomi tiene mejor camara y los haters dirán que no
Armaandeep
1 year ago
10 / 10
BEST ANDROID CAMERA PHONE WITH A GREAT PROCESSOR
Armaandeep
1 year ago
10 / 10
This phone has a overall very good attractions
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Goldenjet
11 months ago
10 / 10
It is just amazing
Goldenjet
11 months ago
10 / 10