Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi Civi 1S

The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Civi 1S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12 leads — 45/100 vs 35/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the main camera is 50 MP vs 64 MP; the Xiaomi Civi 1S is thinner (7.0mm vs 8.2mm).

The Xiaomi 12 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 1S — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
Performance 19
Display 100
Camera 52
Battery 45
Design 75
Value for money 58
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 46
Battery 32
Design 92
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 55W

  • Higher performance (19/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (52/100 vs 46/100)
  • Longer battery life (45/100 vs 32/100)
  • Better value for money (58/100 vs 55/100)
What makes Xiaomi Civi 1S better?
  • Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
  • Lighter: 166g vs 180g

  • Better design/ergonomics (92/100 vs 75/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi Civi 1S, the Xiaomi 12 scores 10 points higher (45/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 leads (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (19/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (92/100 vs 75/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Xiaomi 12: The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi Civi 1S: The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 12 Xiaomi Civi 1S
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G
AnTuTu 1322176
Geekbench Single 1675
Geekbench Multi 4453
Display 6.3" AMOLED 6.5" OLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 4500 mAh
Charging 67W 55W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 113
Main camera 50 MP 64 MP
Ultrawide 13 MP 8 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 950 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53
Dimensions 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm 158.3×71.5×7.0 mm
Weight 180 g 166 g
Price $750
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
  • Main: 50MP f/1.88
  • Ultrawide: 13MP
  • Front: 32MP
52
camera
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • Main: 64MP f/f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
46
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
  • 6.3" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 6.5" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • Wireless: 50W
45
battery
Xiaomi Civi 1S
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 55W
  • No wireless charging
32
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 12
$750
Xiaomi Civi 1S
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 12 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Civi 1S (19/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (52/100 vs 46/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (45/100 vs 32/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Civi 1S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (92/100 vs 75/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S are nearly equal (58/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 12 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Civi 1S — the overall rating gap is 10 points.

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 45/100, the Xiaomi Civi 1S — 35/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 12 leads on camera score (52/100 vs 46/100).

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 12 leads on performance (19/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi Civi 1S?

The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi Civi 1S is a better fit for everyday use.