Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi 12 Pro
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads — 47/100 vs 45/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12 Pro has the bigger battery (4600 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 12 is faster in AnTuTu (1,322,176 vs 1,305,466); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 12 Pro has the stronger camera (129 vs 113); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 204g).
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Higher AnTuTu: 1322176 vs 1305466
- Lighter: 180g vs 204g
- Higher performance (19/100 vs 18/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (75/100 vs 45/100)
- Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
- Bigger battery: 4600 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Better camera (64/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 45/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi 12 Pro, the Xiaomi 12 Pro scores 2 points higher (47/100 vs 45/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro leads (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (19/100 vs 18/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (75/100 vs 45/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 12 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 1305466 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 1675 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 4453 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 4600 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 12, MIUI 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 1500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 163.6×74.6×8.2 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 204 g | |
| Price | $750 | — |
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12 Pro
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 12 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12 leads Xiaomi 12 Pro by 1.3% in our overall performance rating.
Xiaomi 12 Pro
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (19/100 vs 18/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 Pro is a bit better (51/100 vs 45/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 Pro (75/100 vs 45/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro edges out the Xiaomi 12 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi 12 Pro — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi 12 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 12 Pro is a better fit for everyday use.