OnePlus 12R vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 63/100 (a 26-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,844,595); the OnePlus 12R is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $999
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 84/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 26 points higher (89/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; 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 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (93/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (80/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $999 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads OnePlus 12R by 48.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $500. OnePlus 12R was $500 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (93/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (80/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 12R is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 26 points (89/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.