OnePlus 12 vs Xiaomi 18 Pro
The OnePlus 12 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6; launch prices were $799 and $845. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads — 92/100 vs 80/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5400); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (4,888,150 vs 2,401,788); the Xiaomi 18 Pro is noticeably lighter (203g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12
Xiaomi 18 Pro
What makes OnePlus 12 better?
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $845
- Better display (89/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 4888150 vs 2401788
- Better Geekbench Single: 4301 vs 2200
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12490 vs 7100
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5400 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 203g vs 220g
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 83/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (52/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12 vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro, the Xiaomi 18 Pro scores 12 points higher (92/100 vs 80/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro leads (100/100 vs 83/100). Value score: OnePlus 12 — 74/100, Xiaomi 18 Pro — 98/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (100/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (52/100 vs 35/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12 | Xiaomi 18 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 2401788 | 4888150 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2200 | 4301 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7100 | 12490 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.4" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3168x1440 | 1120x2436 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 / OxygenOS 14 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.3×75.8×9.2 mm | 151.8×72.0×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 203 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $845 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3168x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 6.4" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1120x2436
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12
- 5400 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 13:10 hrs, total 28:16 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro
- 7000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12 and Xiaomi 18 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro leads OnePlus 12 by 50.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $46. OnePlus 12 was $46 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (100/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 12 is a bit better (89/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (100/100 vs 83/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro notably outperforms the OnePlus 12 (52/100 vs 35/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro is noticeably better than the OnePlus 12 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12 and the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The OnePlus 12 has a MobileRank rating of 80/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on camera score (100/100 vs 83/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12 or the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro leads on performance (100/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12 over the Xiaomi 18 Pro?
The OnePlus 12 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.