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Xiaomi 12T Pro vs Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G

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

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Xiaomi ยท 2022

Xiaomi 12T Pro

Xiaomi 12T Pro
91/ 100
Launch MSRP$849 USD
Xiaomi

Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G

Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G
87/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

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

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Xiaomi 12T ProWinner ๐Ÿ†
Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORXiaomi 12TXiaomi 17TLEADER
Refresh Rate144Hz120Hz144Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,000 mAh+7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120WStandard120W Max
Main Camera Sensor200 MP50 MP200 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.83"6.83"
Chassis Weight205gN/A205g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Xiaomi 12T Pro:
  • โœ“794g lighter chassis (205g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$9150 lower launch MSRP ($849 vs $9999)
  • โœ“200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G:
  • โœ“Larger 7,000 mAh battery capacity (+2,000 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.83" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationXiaomi 12T ProXiaomi 17T Pro 5G
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 12T Pro Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.67"6.83"
Resolution & Density2712x1220 (446 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate144 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 12T Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Dimensity 9500
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12 GB LPDDR16 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB1024 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 12T Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.69, OIS, Samsung HP150 MP, Triple Camera System
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 Lens20 MP, f/2.2412 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 12T Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions163.1 x 75.9 x 8.6 mmN/A
Weight205 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP68Not certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120W wired fast chargingFast charging
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
Bluetooth5.3Bluetooth 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$849Price on request
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 superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Xiaomi 12T Pro:
Higher overall BeastScore: 90.5 vs top rival 86.6 ยท Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W
When to choose Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G:
Larger battery capacity: 7,000 mAh (+2,000 mAh more) ยท More system memory: 16GB RAM vs max 12GB
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Quick Answers

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

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

Xiaomi 12T Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 90.5/100 compared to Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G (86.6/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 90.5 vs top rival 86.6 and Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W.

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

Xiaomi 12T Pro is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G features a 6.83-inch display and 7000 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Xiaomi 12T Pro and Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Xiaomi 12T Pro achieves a 90/100 performance score, while Xiaomi 17T Pro 5G scores 86/100.

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