Realme 12 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Realme 12 (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 513,809); the Realme 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 224g).
Realme 12
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 188g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $892
- Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1884
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 45W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 41/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 48/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparing the Realme 12 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 48/100). Value score: Realme 12 — 56/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (83/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Realme 12 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1884 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.0×75.5×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $892 |
Realme 12
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.75
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Realme 12
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Realme 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Realme 12 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Realme 12 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $692. Realme 12 was $692 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Realme 12 (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (87/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 (83/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Realme 12 by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Realme 12 has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Realme 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.