Xiaomi 12S vs Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
The Xiaomi 12S (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads — 74/100 vs 63/100 (a 11-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 1,381,634); the Xiaomi 12S is noticeably lighter (179g vs 199g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12S
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
What makes Xiaomi 12S better?
- Lighter: 179g vs 199g
- 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 1381634
- Better Geekbench Single: 3013 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9287 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 5165 vs 4500 mAh
- Higher performance (91/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (57/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 82/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12S vs the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 scores 11 points higher (74/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (91/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 12S are nearly equal (85/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a bit better (57/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12S is a bit better (69/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12S | Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | |
| AnTuTu | 1381634 | 3126402 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3013 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 9287 | |
| Display | 6.3" AMOLED | 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1224x2912 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 5165 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 5 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | 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 | 179 g | 199 g | |
| Launch price | — | $830 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 5MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12S
- 6.3" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 6.9" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2912
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12S
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2
- 5165 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12S and Xiaomi Mix Flip 2, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads Xiaomi 12S by 55.8% 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 Mix Flip 2 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12S (91/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 and the Xiaomi 12S 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 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 are nearly equal (57/100 vs 56/100).
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 Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12S — the overall rating gap is 11 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12S and the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 12S has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 — 74/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on camera score (57/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12S or the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 leads on performance (91/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12S over the Xiaomi Mix Flip 2?
The Xiaomi 12S is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi Mix Flip 2 is a better fit for gamers and power users.