Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi 13T
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra; launch prices were $750 and $450. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 64/100 vs 63/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13T has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 12 is faster in AnTuTu (1,322,176 vs 1,175,951); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 13T has the stronger camera (123 vs 113); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 197g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 13T
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1322176 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 1662 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 4188 vs 3700
- Lighter: 180g vs 197g
- Higher performance (68/100 vs 61/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $750
- Better camera (60/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (93/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi 13T, the Xiaomi 12 scores 1 points higher (64/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12 — 42/100, Xiaomi 13T — 50/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 13T are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 13T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 1175951 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 1050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 3700 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | 123 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 2600 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 197 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | $450 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 13T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12 leads Xiaomi 13T by 12.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Xiaomi 13T was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (68/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (60/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 13T are nearly equal (57/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Xiaomi 12 edges out the Xiaomi 13T by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 13T?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 13T — 63/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Xiaomi 13T leads on camera score (60/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 13T?
The Xiaomi 12 leads on performance (68/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi 13T?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for active users.