Redmi 12 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, 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 38/100 (a 50-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 365,001); the Redmi 12 4G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 219g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 50 points higher (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 33/100). 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 Redmi 12 4G (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (89/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi 12 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Redmi 12 4G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi 12 4G by 90.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 12 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (98/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (89/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G is a bit better (58/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 50 points (88/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G 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.