Xiaomi 12 Lite NE vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 55/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 859,516); the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 225g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite NE better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 225g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 29/100)
What makes Xiaomi 15 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 30 points higher (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (92/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (80/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Lite NE | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 859516 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1044 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2785 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 71.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (92/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (80/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (84/100 vs 29/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 30 points (85/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.