Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 43/100 (a 45-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 467,392); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 63); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 226g).
Redmi Note 12
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 188g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 45 points higher (88/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (93/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 12
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi Note 12 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi Note 12 by 87.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Redmi Note 12 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (96/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi Note 12 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (93/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 45 points (88/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.