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 — 88/100 vs 70/100 (a 18-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 1,349,808); 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).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Xiaomi 12 Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 204g vs 219g
- Better display (90/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 48/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1349808
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 4600 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 71/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 18 points higher (88/100 vs 70/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 69/100). 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 (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (98/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100). 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (89/100 vs 71/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1349808 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 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 | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
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: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- Wireless: 50W
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 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 66.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (98/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (90/100 vs 81/100).
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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (89/100 vs 71/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (55/100 vs 48/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 Pro — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 70/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
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 (98/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for active users. 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.