Xiaomi 12S vs Xiaomi 12T Pro
The Xiaomi 12S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads — 68/100 vs 63/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 12T Pro has the bigger battery (5000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 12T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (1,469,638 vs 1,381,634); the Xiaomi 12S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12S
Xiaomi 12T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 12S better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 205g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 50/100)
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 1469638 vs 1381634
- Bigger battery: 5000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 120W vs 67W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Better camera (64/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (64/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (83/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12S vs the Xiaomi 12T Pro, the Xiaomi 12T Pro scores 5 points higher (68/100 vs 63/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100. In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (64/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (69/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12S | Xiaomi 12T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | |
| AnTuTu | 1381634 | 1469638 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 1761 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 4688 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2712x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 120W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 129 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | — | $600 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12S and Xiaomi 12T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 12T Pro leads Xiaomi 12S by 6.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 71/100.
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (83/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (64/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (64/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (69/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro edges out the Xiaomi 12S by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12S has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 12T Pro — 68/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro leads on camera score (64/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12S over the Xiaomi 12T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12S is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users.