Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) vs Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9000+, while the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads — 92/100 vs 67/100 (a 25-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max has the bigger battery (8500 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (5,001,234 vs 1,540,240); the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is noticeably lighter (201g vs 235g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) better?
- Lighter: 201g vs 235g
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
- Better portability (56/100 vs 33/100)
What makes Xiaomi 18 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 5001234 vs 1540240
- Better Geekbench Single: 4327 vs 1967
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12873 vs 5401
- Bigger battery: 8500 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (100/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (100/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (92/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) vs the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max scores 25 points higher (92/100 vs 67/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (92/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (56/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) | Xiaomi 18 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9000+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Extreme Gen 6 | |
| AnTuTu | 1540240 | 5001234 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1967 | 4327 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5401 | 12873 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1208x2624 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 8500 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 17 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 4000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | 163.4×77.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 201 g | 235 g | |
| Launch price | — | $986 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1208x2624
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max
- 8500 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) and Xiaomi 18 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) by 69.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity)
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (100/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) (92/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max (56/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) by 25 points (92/100 vs 67/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) and the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) has a MobileRank rating of 67/100, the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max — 92/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on camera score (100/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) or the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max leads on performance (100/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) over the Xiaomi 18 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (Dimensity) is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 18 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.