Redmi Note 12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Redmi Note 12 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 685, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $200 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 43/100 (a 39-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 467,392); the Redmi Note 12 is noticeably lighter (188g vs 205g).
Redmi Note 12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Lighter: 188g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $899
- Better portability (72/100 vs 54/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3207005 vs 467392
- Better Geekbench Single: 3228 vs 466
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9553 vs 1396
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 13/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 39 points higher (82/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 66/100). Value score: Redmi Note 12 — 48/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (93/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (63/100 vs 13/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (72/100 vs 54/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 685 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 467392 | 3207005 | |
| Geekbench Single | 466 | 3228 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1396 | 9553 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 63 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| NFC | — | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Weight | 188 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $899 |
Redmi Note 12
- Main: 50MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 12
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Redmi Note 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 Note 12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Redmi Note 12 by 85.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $699. Redmi Note 12 was $699 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (93/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (63/100 vs 13/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12 (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (72/100 vs 54/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12 by 39 points (82/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi Note 12 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 13/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Redmi Note 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.