Xiaomi 12 Lite NE vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 55/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 859,516); the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE is noticeably lighter (171g vs 219g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 12 Lite NE better?
- Lighter: 171g vs 219g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 859516
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1044
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2785
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 55/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 45/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 33 points higher (88/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (98/100 vs 55/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (84/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Lite NE | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 859516 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1044 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2785 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| 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 | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 171 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 20MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 78.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Lite NE
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (98/100 vs 55/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE are nearly equal (81/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (87/100 vs 45/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE (89/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (84/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE by 33 points (88/100 vs 55/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Lite NE has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 45/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 55/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Lite NE over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.