Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Poco X8 Pro
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, while the Poco X8 Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra. By overall MobileRank rating, the Poco X8 Pro leads — 64/100 vs 46/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Poco X8 Pro has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Poco X8 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,982,033 vs 493,222); the Poco X8 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't.
Infinix Note 12 G96
Poco X8 Pro
- Lighter: 185g vs 196g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 57/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 1982033 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 1553 vs 678
- Better Geekbench Multi: 6403 vs 1895
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (76/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (37/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (68/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Poco X8 Pro, the Poco X8 Pro scores 18 points higher (64/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro leads (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (76/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (68/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Poco X8 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 1982033 | |
| Geekbench Single | 678 | 1553 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1895 | 6403 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 157.5×75.2×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | — | $350 |
Infinix Note 12 G96
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 16MP
Poco X8 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.5
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Poco X8 Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Poco X8 Pro
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
We compared Infinix Note 12 G96 and Poco X8 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Poco X8 Pro leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 75.1% in our overall performance rating.
Infinix Note 12 G96
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Poco X8 Pro significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (76/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Poco X8 Pro and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Poco X8 Pro is a bit better (37/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Poco X8 Pro notably outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (68/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 57/100).
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro is noticeably better than the Infinix Note 12 G96 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Poco X8 Pro?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Poco X8 Pro — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on camera score (37/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Poco X8 Pro?
The Poco X8 Pro leads on performance (76/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 over the Poco X8 Pro?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 is a better fit for everyday use. The Poco X8 Pro is a better fit for active users.