Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 12T Pro (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $600 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 68/100 (a 14-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,469,638).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 12T Pro
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 12T Pro better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $600 vs $899
- Better camera (64/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1469638
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 71/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 64/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 83/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 12T Pro vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 14 points higher (82/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Xiaomi 12T Pro — 50/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (93/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 12T Pro | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1469638 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 129 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 900 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.9×8.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 205 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $600 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- Main: 200MP f/1.65
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 12T Pro
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 12T Pro and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi 12T Pro by 53.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $299. Xiaomi 12T Pro was $299 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (93/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 83/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 12T Pro (87/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 12T Pro are nearly equal (54/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 12T Pro — the overall rating gap is 14 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 12T Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 12T Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 12T Pro over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 12T Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.