OnePlus 12R vs Xiaomi 17
The OnePlus 12R (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $499 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,844,595); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 12R
Xiaomi 17
What makes OnePlus 12R better?
- Cheaper at launch: $499 vs $709
- Overall rating 63/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1844595
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 80W
- Lighter: 191g vs 207g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 62/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 84/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 12R vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 62/100). Value score: OnePlus 12R — 48/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (87/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 12R | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1844595 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2780x1264 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.3×75.3×8.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $499 | $709 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 12R
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2780x1264
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 12R
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared OnePlus 12R and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads OnePlus 12R by 43.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $210. OnePlus 12R was $210 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (95/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the OnePlus 12R are nearly equal (85/100 vs 84/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (87/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus 12R (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 12R by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 12R and the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus 12R has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 12R over the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus 12R is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.