Realme GT7 (China) vs Xiaomi 12
The Realme GT7 (China) (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Realme GT7 (China) leads — 71/100 vs 64/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Realme GT7 (China) has the bigger battery (7200 mAh vs 4500); the Realme GT7 (China) is faster in AnTuTu (2,835,794 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 203g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme GT7 (China)
Xiaomi 12
What makes Realme GT7 (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2835794 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 2729 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8430 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7200 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 203g
- Better camera (52/100 vs 35/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme GT7 (China) vs the Xiaomi 12, the Realme GT7 (China) scores 7 points higher (71/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) leads (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (52/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (72/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (69/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme GT7 (China) | Xiaomi 12 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2835794 | 1322176 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 1662 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 4188 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1280x2800 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7200 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 113 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 13 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 15, Realme UI 6.0 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 6500 nits | 1100 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.4×76.0×8.3 mm | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 180 g | |
| Launch price | — | $750 |
Camera comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Realme GT7 (China)
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1280x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme GT7 (China)
- 7200 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Realme GT7 (China) and Xiaomi 12, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Realme GT7 (China) leads Xiaomi 12 by 114.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Realme GT7 (China)
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (89/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Realme GT7 (China) is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (52/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Realme GT7 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (72/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Realme GT7 (China) (69/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 (China) edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Realme GT7 (China) and the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 12 — 64/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Xiaomi 12?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme GT7 (China) or the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 (China) leads on performance (89/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Realme GT7 (China) over the Xiaomi 12?
The Realme GT7 (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users.