Xiaomi is ready to launch a new smartphone in its flagship Xiaomi 12 series. Already, the company has unveiled the flagship Xiaomi 12 and 12 Pro models. One of the next models in the series is the Xiaomi 12 Lite. Although we have come across several leaks and speculations regarding the smartphone lately, a recent leak shares the render and key specs of the device.

As the Xiaomi 12 Lite is set to launch very soon, a report from Xiaomiui revealed a concept image of the upcoming smartphone. It should be a mix of Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi CIVI, exclusive to the Chinese market. The report hints that the screen, cameras and a few other features of the Xiaomi smartphone should be the same as the Xiaomi CIVI.
According to the report, the Xiaomi 12 Lite has a shortened model number L9 and the codename “taoyao”. It could be launched as a successor to yesterday’s model – Xiaomi 11 Lite 5G / Lite NE 5G.
Xiaomi 12 Lite renders
According to the report, the Xiaomi 12 Lite render has been leaked, revealing what we can expect from the smartphone. Similarly, the device is believed to launch with a curved-edge display alongside a punch-hole cutout at the front to house the selfie camera sensor.
The concept render of the Xiaomi 12 Lite also hints at the presence of an in-display fingerprint sensor. On the back, the smartphone is believed to feature a triple camera setup with an LED flash, which makes it similar to the Xiaomi 12 flagship.
Xiaomi 12 Lite Expected Specs
Based on existing reports, some claim that the Xiaomi 12 Lite might launch with a 6.55-inch OLED display that supports FHD+ resolution. The display is likely to feature a resolution of 2400 x 1080 pixels and a high refresh rate of 120Hz. Under its hood, the upcoming Xiaomi smartphone is expected to be powered by an octa-core Snapdragon 778G or the latest Snapdragon series processor. 7.
For imaging, the Xiaomi smartphone in question is expected to launch with a triple-camera setup that could include a 64MP Samsung ISOCELL GW3 primary camera sensor, an ultra-wide secondary lens, and a macro third lens. It is believed that there will be support for optical image stabilization (OIS).
The reports go on to say that the Xiaomi 12 Lite might launch with Android 12 topped with MIUI 13 out of the box. Other aspects of the upcoming model remain unknown for now. Also, the same publication claims that the company might unveil another device called Xiaomi 12 Lite Zoom. However, it says the device has been discontinued by the company.
Xiaomi 12 Lite launch date
The alleged Xiaomi 12 Lite is expected to be launched in the global markets in March 2022. According to the company’s launch model, the Mi 11 Lite 4G was launched in India in June and the Xiaomi 11 Lite NE 5G with a Snapdragon 778G chipset was launched in the country in September last year. Eventually, we can expect the Xiaomi 12 Lite to also be released in the country in the coming months.
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Article first published: Thursday, February 24, 2022, 9:40 a.m. [IST]