Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 46/100 (a 41-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 493,222); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 G96 is noticeably lighter (185g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 by 41 points (87/100 vs 46/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Note 12 G96

Performance 40
Display 81
Camera 32
Battery 46
Portability 68
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 G96 better?

  • Lighter: 185g vs 224g

  • Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 493222
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 674
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1793
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 33W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 32/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 46/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12 G96 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 41 points higher (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 40/100). 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 G96 (98/100 vs 40/100). 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 G96 (87/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (83/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 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 G96 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G96 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 493222 3950082
Geekbench Single 674 3639
Geekbench Multi 1793 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 no yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 185 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Infinix Note 12 G96

  • 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 G96

  • 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 G96

  • 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 G96 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Note 12 G96 MediaTek Helio G96
46/100
493222 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +87.5%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 87.5% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Note 12 G96

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 G96 (98/100 vs 40/100).

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 G96 (87/100 vs 32/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (83/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 by 41 points (87/100 vs 46/100).

What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 G96 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 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 G96 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 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.