Redmi 12 vs Redmi Note 17
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Redmi Note 17 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4; launch prices were $150 and $185. By overall MobileRank rating, the Redmi Note 17 leads — 51/100 vs 39/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Redmi Note 17 has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Redmi Note 17 is faster in AnTuTu (600,942 vs 362,744); the Redmi 12 is noticeably lighter (198g vs 225g).
Redmi 12
Redmi Note 17
- Lighter: 198g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $185
- Better portability (61/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 600942 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 930 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 2210 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (47/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (75/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (78/100 vs 48/100)
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Redmi Note 17, the Redmi Note 17 scores 12 points higher (51/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 leads (47/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Redmi 12 — 54/100, Redmi Note 17 — 68/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100. In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (61/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Redmi Note 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 4 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 600942 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 930 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 2210 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 7.0" OLED | |
| Resolution | — | 1080x2396 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 45W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1800 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP65 | |
| Dimensions | — | 169.7×79.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $185 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Redmi Note 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Redmi Note 17
- 7.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2396
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Redmi Note 17
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- Wireless charging: no data
We compared Redmi 12 and Redmi Note 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Redmi Note 17 leads Redmi 12 by 39.6% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $35. Redmi 12 was $35 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Redmi Note 17 notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (47/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi Note 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (78/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, both devices are on the same level — 30/100.
battery
In the "battery" category, the Redmi Note 17 is a bit better (75/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 17 (61/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 is noticeably better than the Redmi 12 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Redmi Note 17 — 51/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi Note 17 leads on performance (47/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Redmi Note 17?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Redmi Note 17 is a better fit for those who care about battery life.