Huawei nova 12 vs Xiaomi 17
The Huawei nova 12 (2023) runs on the Kirin 830, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 57/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4600); the Huawei nova 12 is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.1mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 12
Xiaomi 17
What makes Huawei nova 12 better?
- Better portability (75/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 51/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 12 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 30 points higher (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 12 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Kirin 830 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 60 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | HarmonyOS 4.0 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.5×75.4×7.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 60MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Huawei nova 12
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1084x2412
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Huawei nova 12
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 (87/100 vs 51/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12 is a bit better (75/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12 by 30 points (87/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Huawei nova 12 has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.