Oppo A12 vs Xiaomi 17
The Oppo A12 (2020) runs on the MediaTek Helio P35, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 26/100 (a 61-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4230); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 199,111); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Oppo A12 doesn't; the Oppo A12 is noticeably lighter (165g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Oppo A12
Xiaomi 17
What makes Oppo A12 better?
- Lighter: 165g vs 191g
- Better portability (77/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 199111
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 476
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 828
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4230 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 19/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 39/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Oppo A12 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 61 points higher (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (95/100 vs 19/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Oppo A12 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P35 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 199111 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 476 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 828 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4230 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 (Pie); ColorOS 6.1 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.9×75.5×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Oppo A12
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Oppo A12
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Oppo A12
- 4230 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Oppo A12 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Oppo A12 by 94.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Oppo A12
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (95/100 vs 19/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (85/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 (87/100 vs 39/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Oppo A12 is a bit better (77/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Oppo A12 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Oppo A12 by 61 points (87/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Oppo A12 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Oppo A12 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Oppo A12 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Oppo A12 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 19/100).
Should you choose the Oppo A12 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.