Redmi Note 12S vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi Note 12S (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G96, 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 47/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 493,222); the Redmi Note 12S is noticeably lighter (176g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 12S
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi Note 12S better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 176g vs 191g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 493222
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 674
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1793
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 69/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 12S vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 40 points higher (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (85/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 12S | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G96 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 493222 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 674 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1793 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 64GB / 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13, MIUI 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.9×73.9×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 176 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 12S
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 12S
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- 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 12S and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi Note 12S by 85.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 12S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (95/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (85/100 vs 69/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S (87/100 vs 46/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 12S is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 12S by 40 points (87/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 12S and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi Note 12S has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 12S 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.