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Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T 5G

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing hardware specifications, benchmark percentiles, battery endurance, and category performance advantages.

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Xiaomi ยท 2022

Redmi Note 12 Pro

Redmi Note 12 Pro
86/ 100
Launch MSRP$299 USD
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 17T 5G

Xiaomi 17T 5G
86/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xiaomi 17T 5G BETTER THAN Redmi Note 12 Pro?

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Redmi Note 12 Pro
Xiaomi 17T 5GWinner ๐Ÿ†

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORRedmi NoteXiaomi 17TLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh6,500 mAh+6,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67WStandard67W Max
Main Camera Sensor50 MP50 MP50 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.59"6.67"
Chassis Weight187gN/A187g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Redmi Note 12 Pro:
  • โœ“812g lighter chassis (187g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$9700 lower launch MSRP ($299 vs $9999)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 17T 5G:
  • โœ“Larger 6,500 mAh battery capacity (+1,500 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.59" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 12 ProXiaomi 17T 5G
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 17T 5G Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED / OLED display
Screen Size6.67"6.59"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)N/A
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† Redmi Note 12 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Dimensity 8500 Ultra
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 15
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB512 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† Redmi Note 12 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX76650 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)None (Digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.2N/A
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video Recording Capabilities
Main Camera Video
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
4K@60fps1080p@240fpsHDR
Front Video
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
4K@60fps1080p@60fpsgyro-EIS
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP, f/2.4516 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† Redmi Note 12 Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 7.9 mmN/A
Weight187 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53Not certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 17T 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh6,500 mAh
Wired Fast Charging67W wired fast chargingN/A
Wireless ChargingNot supportedNot supported
Reverse ChargingReverse wireless chargingReverse wireless charging
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerStereo speakersStereo speakers
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity & Comms
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 6EWi-Fi 7 / 6E tri-band
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 5.3+
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB Type-C
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compassBiometric fingerprint/face, accelerometer, gyro, compass
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS via satellite (select markets)Emergency SOS via satellite (select markets)
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsStandard finishesStandard finishes
Launch Price$299Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 17T 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 17T 5G ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Redmi Note 12 Pro:
Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W ยท Brighter screen: 900 nits peak vs 0 nits
When to choose Xiaomi 17T 5G:
Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.8 ยท Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,500 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 12 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T 5G

Which is better: Redmi Note 12 Pro or Xiaomi 17T 5G?

Xiaomi 17T 5G leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Redmi Note 12 Pro (85.8/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 86.0 vs top rival 85.8 and Larger battery capacity: 6,500 mAh (+1,500 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 12 Pro and Xiaomi 17T 5G?

Redmi Note 12 Pro is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Xiaomi 17T 5G features a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.

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