Realme 12x (China) vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Realme 12x (China) (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, 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 43/100 (a 45-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 513,809); the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 12x (China) doesn't; the Realme 12x (China) is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x (China)
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Realme 12x (China) better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x (China) vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (81/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (90/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (90/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (69/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x (China) | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $799 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x (China)
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x (China) and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Realme 12x (China) by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12x (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (81/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (90/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) (90/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (69/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (China) by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Realme 12x (China) has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x (China) 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.