Xiaomi 12S vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Xiaomi 12S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 63/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 1,381,634).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12S
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Xiaomi 12S better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 192g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 1381634
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12S vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 23 points higher (86/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (84/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12S | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1381634 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 152.7×69.9×8.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $825 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12S and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Xiaomi 12S by 61.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 12S
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (84/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S by 23 points (86/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12S has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12S over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 12S is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.