Xiaomi 12 vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi 12 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite; launch prices were $750 and $830. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 64/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 has the bigger battery (5165 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is faster in AnTuTu (3,126,402 vs 1,322,176); the Xiaomi 12 is noticeably lighter (180g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Xiaomi 12 better?
- Lighter: 180g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $750 vs $830
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 56/100)
- Better portability (69/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3126402 vs 1322176
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (57/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12 vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 10 points higher (74/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (91/100 vs 68/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12 — 42/100, Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 62/100; 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 Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12 | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1322176 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 113 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 15 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 166.9×73.8×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 180 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | $750 | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12
- Main: 50MP f/1.88
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12 and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads Xiaomi 12 by 57.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $80. Xiaomi 12 was $80 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12 (91/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 12 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 52/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12 is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12 — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12 and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 12 has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on camera score (57/100 vs 52/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12 or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12 over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 12 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.