Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $600 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 68/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi 17 Max
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Lighter: 205g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $799
- Better display (83/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (50/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12T Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 20 points higher (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100; 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 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (90/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12T Pro | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1469638 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $799 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12T Pro and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 59.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $199. Xiaomi 12T Pro was $199 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (83/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (90/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (90/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro is a bit better (50/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 20 points (88/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12T Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.