Infinix Note 12i vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

The Infinix Note 12i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G85, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 35/100 (a 53-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 348,562); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Infinix Note 12i doesn't; the Infinix Note 12i is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i by 53 points (88/100 vs 35/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Infinix Note 12i

Performance 29
Display 43
Camera 30
Battery 46
Portability 57
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 89
Portability 48
Value for money 86

What makes Infinix Note 12i better?

  • Lighter: 198g vs 219g

  • Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 348562
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 419
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1461
  • Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
  • Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Infinix Note 12i vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 53 points higher (88/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max: The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max 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 12i Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Processor MediaTek Helio G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 348562 3998145
Geekbench Single 419 3639
Geekbench Multi 1461 11047
Display 6.8" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 720x1640 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7500 mAh
Charging 33W 100W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) — 159
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 50 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Snow Cone Android 16
Brightness (peak) — 3500 nits
NFC no yes
Protection — IP68
Dimensions 170.7×77.4×8.3 mm 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm
Weight 198 g 219 g
Launch price — $999

Camera comparison

Infinix Note 12i

  • Main: 50MP f/1.6
  • Front: 8MP
30
camera

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • Main: 50MP f/1.69
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Infinix Note 12i

  • 6.8" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 720x1640
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
43
display

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Infinix Note 12i

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
46
battery

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

  • 7500 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
89
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Infinix Note 12i and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Infinix Note 12i MediaTek Helio G85
35/100
348562 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
88/100 +91.3%
3998145 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Infinix Note 12i by 91.3% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Infinix Note 12i

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Pro Max

$999

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (98/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (81/100 vs 43/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (87/100 vs 30/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Infinix Note 12i (89/100 vs 46/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Infinix Note 12i is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro 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 Pro Max?

The Infinix Note 12i has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.

Which has the better camera: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).

Which is more powerful: the Infinix Note 12i or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Infinix Note 12i over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?

The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.