Huawei nova 12s vs Xiaomi 17
The Huawei nova 12s (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G, 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 55/100 (a 32-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 783,606); the Huawei nova 12s is noticeably lighter (168g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Huawei nova 12s
Xiaomi 17
What makes Huawei nova 12s better?
- Lighter: 168g vs 191g
- Better portability (90/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 783606
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1017
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2943
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Huawei nova 12s vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 32 points higher (87/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (95/100 vs 54/100). 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 12s (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (90/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Huawei nova 12s | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G 4G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 783606 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1017 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2943 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1084x2412 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | EMUI 14, no Google Play Services | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 161.3×75.0×6.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Huawei nova 12s
- 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 12s
- 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 12s
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Huawei nova 12s and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Huawei nova 12s by 77.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Huawei nova 12s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (95/100 vs 54/100).
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 12s (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12s (87/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Huawei nova 12s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (90/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Huawei nova 12s or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Huawei nova 12s by 32 points (87/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Huawei nova 12s and the Xiaomi 17?
The Huawei nova 12s has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Huawei nova 12s or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Huawei nova 12s or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Huawei nova 12s 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.