Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 50/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 569,913); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G doesn't; the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G better?
- Higher refresh rate: 180Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (67/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 38 points higher (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 180 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 700 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.7×76.9×8.0 mm | — | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 180 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (97/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (67/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G by 38 points (88/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12 Pro 5G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.