Realme 12 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme 12 4G (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 45/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 476,175); the Realme 12 4G is noticeably lighter (187g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12 4G
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 219g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 476175
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 34/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 43 points higher (88/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (97/100 vs 34/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Realme 12 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (90/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (90/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12 4G | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 476175 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 187 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12 4G
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12 4G and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme 12 4G by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (97/100 vs 34/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Realme 12 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (90/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G (90/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (68/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12 4G by 43 points (88/100 vs 45/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 4G over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.