Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G, 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 50/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 531,656); the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G is noticeably lighter (201g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 201g vs 219g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 531656
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 752
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1819
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 79/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 38 points higher (88/100 vs 50/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (98/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (89/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 732G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 531656 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 752 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1819 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×76.1×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
- 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 Pro 4G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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 Pro 4G and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G by 86.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (98/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G are nearly equal (81/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G (89/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G is a bit better (57/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G by 38 points (88/100 vs 50/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G has a MobileRank rating of 50/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 Pro 4G 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.