Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $600 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 51/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,484,323); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 129); the Xiaomi 12T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 226g).
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 205g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $600 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (43/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (68/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1484323
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 22/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 64/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 61/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 12T Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 31 points higher (82/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro leads (68/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (93/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 12T Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1484323 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $600 | $999 |
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Xiaomi 12T Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 58.7% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $399. Xiaomi 12T Pro is cheaper by $399.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 22/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (93/100 vs 64/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (72/100 vs 61/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (43/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro by 31 points (82/100 vs 51/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 64/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 22/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12T Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.