Redmi Note 12 (Global) vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Redmi Note 12 (Global) (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 47/100 (a 39-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 521,686); the Xiaomi 17 Pro has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Redmi Note 12 (Global) better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 192g
- Better portability (67/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 521686
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 852
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 2048
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 (Global) vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 39 points higher (86/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (84/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 (Global) | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 521686 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 852 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2048 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.9×76.2×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $825 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12 (Global) and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 (Global)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (95/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) (84/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro are nearly equal (67/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 (Global) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (Global) by 39 points (86/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 (Global) and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 (Global) has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 (Global) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 (Global) or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 (Global) over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.