Realme 12x vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Realme 12x (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 6100+, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 41/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 513,809); the Realme 12x is noticeably lighter (190g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 12x
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Realme 12x better?
- Lighter: 190g vs 219g
- Better portability (66/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 513809
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 688
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 15W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 12x vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 47 points higher (88/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (81/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (87/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (66/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 12x | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 513809 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 688 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1604 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 15W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 625 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.6×76.1×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 190 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Realme 12x
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 12x
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1604
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 12x
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 15W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme 12x and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Realme 12x by 87.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 12x
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (98/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Realme 12x (81/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (87/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 12x notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (66/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 12x or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Realme 12x by 47 points (88/100 vs 41/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 12x and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Realme 12x has a MobileRank rating of 41/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 12x or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 12x or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Realme 12x over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.