Redmi Note 12R vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi Note 12R (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 43/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 568,395).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12R
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi Note 12R better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 568395
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 915
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2115
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 191g vs 199g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 54/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12R vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 44 points higher (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (81/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12R | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 568395 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 915 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2115 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 550 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 168.6×76.3×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12R
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12R
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12R
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi Note 12R and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi Note 12R by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12R
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (85/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (81/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12R by 44 points (87/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12R and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi Note 12R has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12R or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12R over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.