Infinix Note 12i vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, 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 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 348,562); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Infinix Note 12i
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Infinix Note 12i better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 348562
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). 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 12i (97/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (90/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Infinix Note 12i | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G85 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 348562 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 419 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1461 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1640 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 Snow Cone | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Infinix Note 12i
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1640
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Infinix Note 12i
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Infinix Note 12i and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Infinix Note 12i by 90.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Infinix Note 12i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (97/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (90/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (57/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).
What is the rating of the Infinix Note 12i and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i 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.