Xiaomi 12 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 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 — 84/100 vs 47/100 (a 37-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 4600); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,305,466); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 129); the Xiaomi 12 Pro is noticeably lighter (204g vs 219g).
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (45/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1305466
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 18/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 51/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 37 points higher (84/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1305466 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 2160 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 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, HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 204 g | 219 g | |
| Price | — | $999 |
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Xiaomi 12 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 67.3% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (92/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (87/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (82/100 vs 51/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (45/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro by 37 points (84/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 47/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 18/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.