Redmi Note 12 (China) vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12 (China) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, 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 46/100 (a 42-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 521,686); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 12 (China) doesn't; the Redmi Note 12 (China) is noticeably lighter (188g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 (China)
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 (China) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 219g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 521686
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 852
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2048
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 (China) vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 42 points higher (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (98/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 (China) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (89/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (67/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 (China) | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 521686 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 852 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2048 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 (China)
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 (China)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 (China)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 Note 12 (China) and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 (China) by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 (China)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (98/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 (China) are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (87/100 vs 29/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) (89/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (67/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (China) by 42 points (88/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12 (China) has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 (China) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 (China) 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.