Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $750 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 64/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $899
- Better portability (69/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 52/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 18 points higher (82/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 57/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (93/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (69/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | — | |
| Weight | 180 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi 12 by 58.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $149. Xiaomi 12 was $149 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (93/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (87/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (69/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.