OnePlus 12 vs Xiaomi 17 Max 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.
OnePlus 12
Xiaomi 17 Max 5G
Too close to call: 2 of 5 categories each
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. How we score
- SpeedTie9595
- CameraOnePlus 129180
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieNot enough data
- BatteryXiaomi 17 Max 5G9095
- DisplayOnePlus 129089
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueXiaomi 17 Max 5G6885
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger battery8,000 mAh vs 5,400 mAh
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.82"
- Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has the faster chipSnapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 vs Snapdragon 8 Gen 3
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄OnePlus 12 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G are evenly matched
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you.
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 8,000 mAh vs 5,400 mAh
Common questions
Which is better: OnePlus 12 or Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
It's a close call: both phones score almost the same, so pick the one whose design and price suit you. BeastScore: OnePlus 12 89.3/100, Xiaomi 17 Max 5G 89.3/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between OnePlus 12 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G?
OnePlus 12 has a 6.82-inch display and 5400 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17 Max 5G has a 6.9-inch display and 8000 mAh battery.
How do OnePlus 12 and Xiaomi 17 Max 5G compare for speed?
OnePlus 12 scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi 17 Max 5G scores 95/100.
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