This page lists the latest official firmware for the Redmi Note 12 4G (codename tapas) in 3 regions: Global, India, Turkey. Every file links to Xiaomi’s own update servers and is checked against Xiaomi’s MD5 checksum.
- Codename
tapas - Newest stable build OS2.0.209.0.VMTMIXM (Global, Sep 17, 2026)
- OS HyperOS 2, Android 15
- Software support Security updates until March 2027 (Xiaomi)
- Last checked Nov 8, 2026 22:37
Redmi Note 12 4G Firmware Downloads
Redmi Note 12 4G Global ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS2.0.209.0.VMTMIXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 4.8 GB | Sep 17, 2026 | Download |
| OS2.0.209.0.VMTMIXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 7.2 GB | Sep 9, 2026 | Download |
| OS2.0.210.0.VMTMIXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Pilot (staged rollout) | 4.8 GB | Nov 2, 2026 | Download |
Redmi Note 12 4G India ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS2.0.205.0.VMTINXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 4.6 GB | Aug 25, 2026 | Download |
| OS2.0.205.0.VMTINXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 6.1 GB | Aug 11, 2026 | Download |
Redmi Note 12 4G Turkey ROM
| Version | Type | Branch | Size | Released | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OS2.0.205.0.VMTTRXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Stable | 4.8 GB | Aug 25, 2026 | Download |
| OS2.0.205.0.VMTTRXM HyperOS 2 · Android 15 |
Fastboot ROM (.tgz) | Stable | 6.6 GB | Aug 11, 2026 | Download |
| V14.0.7.0.TMTTRXM MIUI 14 · Android 13 |
Recovery ROM (.zip) | Pilot (staged rollout) | 4.1 GB | Oct 17, 2023 | Download |
Firmware data: official Xiaomi servers, tracked by XiaomiFirmwareUpdater.
Which ROM Does My Redmi Note 12 4G Need?
Open Settings → About phone and look at the OS version. The two letters before XM at the end show your region:
| Region | Ends with | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Global | MIXM |
OS2.0.209.0.VMTMIXM |
| India | INXM |
OS2.0.205.0.VMTINXM |
| Turkey | TRXM |
OS2.0.205.0.VMTTRXM |
Install a ROM of the same region your phone already runs. A different region needs an unlocked bootloader and a Fastboot ROM.
How to Install Redmi Note 12 4G Firmware
Recovery ROM (no PC, keeps your data)
- Download the Recovery ROM (
.zip) for your region and move it to the root of the internal storage. - Open Settings → About phone, tap the OS version card, then the three dots → Choose update package.
- Select the ZIP and wait until the phone installs it and reboots.
Fastboot ROM (PC, clean install)
- Unlock the bootloader first: HyperOS bootloader unlock guide.
- Install ADB, Fastboot and USB drivers and Mi Flash Tool.
- Extract the
.tgzwith 7-Zip, boot the phone into Fastboot (Power + Volume Down) and check the codename withfastboot getvar product: it must saytapas. - Select the ROM folder in Mi Flash, choose Clean all and click Flash.
Warning: never use Clean all and lock with a ROM from a different region or with any modified software. Re-locking a mismatched phone makes it unbootable.
FAQ
What is the latest firmware for the Redmi Note 12 4G?
- Global: OS2.0.209.0.VMTMIXM (Stable, Sep 17, 2026)
- India: OS2.0.205.0.VMTINXM (Stable, Aug 25, 2026)
- Turkey: OS2.0.205.0.VMTTRXM (Stable, Aug 25, 2026)
How long will the Redmi Note 12 4G get updates?
According to Xiaomi’s official support list, the Redmi Note 12 4G (listed as “Redmi Note 12”) receives security updates until March 2027, counting from its launch in March 2023. Major HyperOS and Android upgrades usually stop earlier than security patches. Source: Xiaomi Security Center.
Are these files official?
Yes. Every download goes straight to Xiaomi’s servers (bigota.d.miui.com or Xiaomi’s Aliyun storage). We don’t host or modify the files. Compare the MD5 shown on the download page after downloading.
Recovery or Fastboot ROM: which one should I download?
Use the Recovery ROM to update without a PC and keep your data. Use the Fastboot ROM with Mi Flash to fix a bootloop, change region or do a clean install. It needs an unlocked bootloader and erases the phone.