Infinix Note 12 (2023) vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Infinix Note 12 (2023) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G99, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 554,590); the Infinix Note 12 (2023) is noticeably lighter (195g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Note 12 (2023)

Performance 43
Display 81
Camera 32
Battery 46
Portability 64
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Infinix Note 12 (2023) better?

  • Lighter: 195g vs 224g

  • Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 554590
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 727
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2047
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12 (2023) vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (98/100 vs 43/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Infinix Note 12 (2023) Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G99 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 554590 3950082
Geekbench Single 727 3639
Geekbench Multi 2047 11047
Display 6.7" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate — 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 33W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 16 MP 50 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12, XOS 10.6 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.4×76.5×7.8 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 195 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Infinix Note 12 (2023)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Front: 16MP
32
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Note 12 (2023)

  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Note 12 (2023)

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Note 12 (2023) and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Note 12 (2023) MediaTek Helio G99
47/100
554590 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +86.0%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Infinix Note 12 (2023) by 86.0% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Note 12 (2023)

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (98/100 vs 43/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (87/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) (83/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 (2023) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 (2023) by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 (2023) and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Infinix Note 12 (2023) has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 32/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 (2023) or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 43/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 (2023) over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.