Infinix Note 12 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Infinix Note 12 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 569,913); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Infinix Note 12 5G better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 191g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Infinix Note 12 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 5G and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.7×76.9×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 5G
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Infinix Note 12 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Infinix Note 12 5G by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 12 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (95/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Infinix Note 12 5G are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 5G and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (67/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 5G by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 5G and the Xiaomi 17?
The Infinix Note 12 5G has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 5G 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.