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Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

Direct side-by-side battle analyzing display brightness, chipset benchmark percentiles, multi-camera arrays, battery capacity, and charging speeds.

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Xiaomi 12T Pro
· 2022

Xiaomi 12T Pro

$849
90.5/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
90.5
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera99/100
Battery90/100
Galaxy S26 Ultra
· 2026

Galaxy S26 Ultra

$1299
88.2/ 100
Overall
Exceptional
BeastScore
88.2
Benchmark
Performance90/100
Camera100/100
Battery86/100

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12T Pro:
  • 9g lighter chassis (205g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • $450 lower launch MSRP ($849 vs $1299)
  • 200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
  • 200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • 6.9" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 12T ProGalaxy S26 Ultra
1. Display & Screen
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDDynamic LTPO AMOLED 2X (Privacy Display)
Screen Size6.67"6.9"
Resolution & Density2712x1220 (446 ppi)3120x1440 (501 ppi)
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peak2,600 nits peak
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC High performance SoC
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android 16
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB12 GB
Internal Storage256GB256GB / 512GB / 1024GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.69, OIS, Samsung HP1200 MP, f/1.4, OIS, Samsung HP2
Telephoto ZoomNone (Digital zoom only)10 MP (3x optical zoom), f/2.4, OIS + 50 MP (5x optical zoom), f/2.9, OIS
Ultrawide Camera8 MP, f/2.250 MP, f/2
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 Lens20 MP, f/2.2412 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions163.1 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm163.6 x 78.1 x 7.9 mm
Weight205 g214 g
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68IP68
8. Battery & Charging
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast charging60W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot supported25W wireless charging
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
Bluetooth5.36.0
USB Port & SpeedUSB-C 2.0USB-C 3.2
NFCYes (contactless payment)Yes (contactless payment)
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$849$1299
Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi 12T Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 90.5/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi 12T Pro ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its advanced processor architecture and verified 99/100 camera rating.

When to buy Xiaomi 12T Pro:
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.5 vs top rival 88.2 · Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 60W
When to buy Galaxy S26 Ultra:
Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (2 lens system) · Brighter screen: 2,600 nits peak vs 900 nits
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Galaxy S26 Ultra

Which phone is better: Xiaomi 12T Pro or Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Xiaomi 12T Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.5/100 compared to Galaxy S26 Ultra (88.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.5 vs top rival 88.2 and Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 60W.

What are the primary battery and display differences between Xiaomi 12T Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

Xiaomi 12T Pro is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Galaxy S26 Ultra features a 6.9-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do the camera capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12T Pro and Galaxy S26 Ultra?

In lab hardware evaluations, Xiaomi 12T Pro scores 99/100 in camera performance, while Galaxy S26 Ultra scores 100/100.

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