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iPhone 18 Pro vs Mi 12T Pro: Which One Should You Buy?

iPhone 18 Pro edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Xiaomi · 2022

Mi 12T Pro

Mi 12T Pro
88/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

iPhone 18 Pro wins 3 of 7 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
3 wins
Mi 12T Pro
Mi 12T Pro
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplayConnectivityValue
iPhone 18 ProMi 12T Pro
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeediPhone 18 Pro
    95
    90
  • CameraMi 12T Pro
    92
    95
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieTie
    76
    76
  • BatteryMi 12T Pro
    80
    90
  • DisplayiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    86
  • ConnectivityiPhone 18 Pro
    100
    55
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueMi 12T Pro
    62
    68
Key differences
  • Mi 12T Pro has the bigger battery5,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • Mi 12T Pro charges faster120W vs 45W
  • Mi 12T Pro has a sharper main camera201.3 MP vs 48 MP
  • Mi 12T Pro has the bigger screen6.67" vs 6.3"
  • Mi 12T Pro is lighter205 g vs 211 g
  • Mi 12T Pro has a sharper selfie camera19.7 MP vs 18 MP
  • iPhone 18 Pro has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 5G SM8475
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓$8700 cheaper at launch ($1299 vs $9999)
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Mi 12T Pro
  • ✓6 g lighter (205 g), easier to hold
  • ✓Bigger 5,000 mAh battery (+712 mAh)
  • ✓201.3 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProMi 12T Pro
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAM-OLED
Screen Size6.3"6.67"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)1220x2712 (446 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)N/A
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 5G SM8475 (4nm)
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Qualcomm Adreno 730
Operating SystemiOS 27Android 12
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB128GB / 256GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Mi 12T Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)201.3 MP
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)N/A
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)19.7 MP
7. Body & Dimensions🏆 Mi 12T Pro Lightest Chassis
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)163.1 x 75.9 x 8.6 mm
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)205 g
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Mi 12T Pro Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast charging120W wired fast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Not listed
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LEBluetooth 5.2
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outUSB C reversible
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299 / €1,450Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 18 Pro wins — BeastScore 88.5/100

After comparing all the specs, iPhone 18 Pro is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 88.2 and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 88.2 · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Buy Mi 12T Pro if you want

Larger battery capacity: 5,000 mAh (+712 mAh more) · Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 45W

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Mi 12T Pro?

iPhone 18 Pro leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.5/100 compared to Mi 12T Pro (88.2/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.5 vs top rival 88.2 and Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system).

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Mi 12T Pro?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Mi 12T Pro has a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and Mi 12T Pro compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; Mi 12T Pro scores 90/100.

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