Realme 12 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Realme 12 5G vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 5000mAh vs 5500mAh battery, $699 vs $999. Full…
Realme
Realme 12 5G
$699
2categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
9categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro proves superior overall against the Realme 12 5G, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 17 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 17 Pro. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Realme 12 5G if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
17 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,500 mAh alongside 90W charging.
17 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Realme 12 5G provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $699 vs $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Realme 12 5G vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.72" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1200 x 2670Winner |
| Pixel density | 392 ppi | 460 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 950 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | MediaTek Dimensity 6100+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | — | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 420,000 | 3,060,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 1930 | 10420Winner |
| Maximum RAM | — | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | — | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | — | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | — | 3 |
| Optical zoom | — | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | — | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 8 MP | 32 MPWinner |
| Max video | 1080p@30fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,000 mAh | 5,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 45 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | No | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 188 g | 191 g |
| Thickness | 7.7 mmWinner | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP54 | IP68 |
| Build | — | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | 14, Realme UI 5.0 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | — | 5 years |
| Security updates | — | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Realme 12 5G | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | microSD | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $699Winner | $999 |
Realme 12 5G
Realme 12 5G brings watch-inspired luxury dial aesthetics, a 108MP 3x in-sensor zoom camera, 120Hz sunlight FHD+ display, and a customizable Dynamic Button for instant shortcuts.
- Display
- 6.72"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 6100+
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 14, Realme UI 5.0
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh