Sony Xperia 1 VI vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Sony Xperia 1 VI (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Both devices score the same overall rating of 47/100. Key differences: the Sony Xperia 1 VI has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Sony Xperia 1 VI is faster in AnTuTu (2,096,581 vs 1,305,466).
Sony Xperia 1 VI
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 2096581 vs 1305466
- Better Geekbench Single: 2205 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 7192 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4600 mAh
- Lighter: 192g vs 204g
- Higher performance (42/100 vs 18/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (60/100 vs 45/100)
- Faster charging: 120W vs 30W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Better camera (64/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 41/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 43/100)
The Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Xiaomi 12 Pro received the same MobileRank rating — 47/100. In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI leads (42/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (55/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (42/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100). In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (60/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Sony Xperia 1 VI | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 2096581 | 1305466 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2205 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7192 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO OLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 30W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 14, up to 3 major Android upgrades | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.0×74.0×8.2 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $964 | — |
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 6.5" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Sony Xperia 1 VI
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 30W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Sony Xperia 1 VI and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Sony Xperia 1 VI leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 60.6% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (42/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia 1 VI (64/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 41/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Sony Xperia 1 VI notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (60/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
Both devices scored 47/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Sony Xperia 1 VI.
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia 1 VI and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia 1 VI or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI leads on performance (42/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia 1 VI over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Sony Xperia 1 VI is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.