Xiaomi 17 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C
Compare Xiaomi 17 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi 12C side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite vs MediaTek Helio G85, 5500mAh vs 5000mAh battery, $999 vs $699. Full…
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
11categories won
Xiaomi
Redmi 12C
$699
1categories won
1 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Redmi 12C, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 17 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 17 Pro. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Redmi 12C if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
17 Pro wins on endurance with 5,500 mAh and 90W fast charging.
17 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.2x dedicated optical zoom.
Redmi 12C wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $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.
17 Pro vs Redmi 12C: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.36" | 6.71" |
| Resolution | 1200 x 2670Winner | 720 x 1650 |
| Pixel density | 460 ppiWinner | 268 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 HzWinner | 60 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3200 nitsWinner | 500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Helio G85 |
| Process node | 3 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 3,060,000Winner | 255,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10420Winner | 1370 |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 3 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MPWinner | 5 MP |
| Max video | 8K@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 5,500 mAhWinner | 5,000 mAh |
| Wired charging | 90 WWinner | 10 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 191 g | 192 g |
| Thickness | 8.2 mmWinner | 8.8 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP52 |
| Build | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) | 12 (Upgradable to 14, MIUI 14) |
| OS updates | 5 years | — |
| Security updates | 5 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 17 Pro | Redmi 12C |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | No |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac) |
| Storage expansion | None | microSD |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $999 | $699Winner |
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
Xiaomi Redmi 12C
Xiaomi Redmi 12C offers incredible budget value with a large 6.71-inch immersive screen, 50MP f/1.8 primary camera, MediaTek Helio G85 octa-core processor, and long-lasting 5000mAh battery.
- Display
- 6.71"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Helio G85
- Battery
- 5,000mAh
- Software
- 12 (Upgradable to 14, MIUI 14)