Redmi 12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Redmi 12 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $150 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 39/100 (a 43-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,207,005 vs 362,744).
Redmi 12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 198g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $150 vs $899
- Better portability (61/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 362744
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 430
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1375
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 29/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 48/100)
- Higher value score: 76/100 vs 54/100
Comparing the Redmi 12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 43 points higher (82/100 vs 39/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (93/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (63/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (76/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi 12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G88 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 362744 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 430 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1375 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 198 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $150 | $899 |
Redmi 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi 12
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi 12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Redmi 12 by 88.7% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $749. Redmi 12 was $749 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (93/100 vs 29/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (94/100 vs 48/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 (63/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi 12 is a bit better (61/100 vs 54/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi 12 (76/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi 12 by 43 points (82/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi 12 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 39/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 29/100).
Should you choose the Redmi 12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.