Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi 15 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $750 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads — 85/100 vs 64/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,030,376 vs 1,322,176); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra has the stronger camera (159 vs 113); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 225g).
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Lighter: 180g vs 225g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $999
- Better portability (69/100 vs 29/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3030376 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3050 vs 1675
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10200 vs 4453
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (90/100 vs 82/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi 15 Ultra, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra scores 21 points higher (85/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12 — 40/100, Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 82/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (92/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (69/100 vs 29/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 15 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 3030376 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1675 | 3050 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4453 | 10200 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | 159 | |
| 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 | 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 / HyperOS 2 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 161.3×75.3×9.4 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 225 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | $999 |
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 15 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 12:19 hrs, total 30:03 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 15 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12 by 56.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $249. Xiaomi 12 was $249 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (92/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a bit better (90/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 15 Ultra (69/100 vs 29/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 by 21 points (85/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 15 Ultra — 85/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on camera score (87/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 15 Ultra leads on performance (92/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi 15 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 15 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.