Infinix Note 12 G96 vs Xiaomi 17
The Infinix Note 12 G96 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 46/100 (a 41-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 493,222); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 G96 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 G96
Xiaomi 17
What makes Infinix Note 12 G96 better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 191g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
- 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 G96 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 41 points higher (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 40/100). 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 G96 (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 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 | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.6×76.8×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 G96
- 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 G96
- 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 G96
- 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 G96 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Infinix Note 12 G96 by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 12 G96
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (95/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Infinix Note 12 G96 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 G96 (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 G96 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 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?
The Infinix Note 12 G96 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 G96 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 G96 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.