Xiaomi 12S vs Xiaomi 17
The Xiaomi 12S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,381,634).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12S
Xiaomi 17
What makes Xiaomi 12S better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 191g
- Better portability (69/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1381634
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7000 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 (87/100 vs 57/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12S vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12S | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1381634 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 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 | |
| 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 | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- 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
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12S and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi 12S by 57.5% 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (95/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (87/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S is a bit better (69/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12S by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 12S has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12S over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 12S is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.