Redmi 12 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Redmi 12 4G (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 38/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 365,001); the Redmi 12 4G is noticeably lighter (198g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 12 4G
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Redmi 12 4G better?
- Lighter: 198g vs 224g
- Better portability (58/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 365001
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi 12 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 49 points higher (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (58/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi 12 4G | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 365001 | 3950082 | |
| 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 | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 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 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi 12 4G
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 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 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi 12 4G and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi 12 4G by 90.8% 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (98/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (81/100 vs 57/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (87/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G (83/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 4G notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (58/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 4G by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Redmi 12 4G has a MobileRank rating of 38/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 4G over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
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.