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Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17

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

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Xiaomi ยท 2022

Redmi Note 12 Pro+

Redmi Note 12 Pro+
88/ 100
Launch MSRP$369 USD
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17
88/ 100
Launch MSRPPricing on request
WHO WINS WHERE

WHY IS Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 BETTER THAN Redmi Note 12 Pro+?

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Redmi Note 12 Pro+
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17Winner ๐Ÿ†

BIGGEST HARDWARE DIFFERENCES

Margin Delta
SPEC FACTORRedmi NoteXiaomi RedmiLEADER
Refresh Rate120Hz120Hz120Hz
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,700 mAh+7,700 mAh
Wired Fast Charging120WStandard120W Max
Main Camera Sensor200 MP50 MP200 MP
Screen Display Size6.67"6.99"6.99"
Chassis Weight208.4gN/A208.4g Lightest

Which Phone Should You Buy: Key Reasons & Hardware Advantages

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Reasons to buy Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
  • โœ“790.6g lighter chassis (208.4g) optimized for one-handed ergonomics
  • โœ“$9630 lower launch MSRP ($369 vs $9999)
  • โœ“200MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17:
  • โœ“Larger 7,700 mAh battery capacity (+2,700 mAh more capacity)
  • โœ“50MP primary camera sensor with 4K/120fps video recording
  • โœ“6.99" display with 120Hz ProMotion refresh rate

How Do the Specifications Compare Side-by-Side?

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SpecificationRedmi Note 12 Pro+Xiaomi Redmi Note 17
1. Display & Screen๐Ÿ† Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Wins Display
Screen Type & TechAMOLEDAMOLED
Screen Size6.67"6.99"
Resolution & Density2400x1080 (395 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
Brightness900 nits peakN/A
Screen ProtectionScratch-resistant glassScratch-resistant glass
2. Platform & Performance๐Ÿ† Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHigh performance SoC Snapdragon 6s 4G Gen 2
CPU CoresMulti-core high performanceMulti-core high performance
GPU GraphicsIntegrated GraphicsIntegrated Graphics
Operating SystemAndroid 12Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR8 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage128GB / 256GB256 GB
Storage SpeedHigh-speed flashHigh-speed flash
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics๐Ÿ† Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Wins Camera
Primary Camera200 MP, f/1.65, OIS, Samsung HP350 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 Lens16 MP, f/2.4512 MP
7. Body & Dimensions๐Ÿ† Redmi Note 12 Pro+ Lightest Chassis
Dimensions162.9 x 76 x 8.7 mmN/A
Weight208.4 gN/A
Build MaterialsGlass front, metal/glass frameGlass front, metal/glass frame
SIM TypeNano-SIM / eSIM supportNano-SIM / eSIM support
Water ResistanceIP53Not certified
8. Battery & Charging๐Ÿ† Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Wins Battery
Battery Capacity5,000 mAh7,700 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
Bluetooth5.2Bluetooth 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$369Price on request
Editorial Lab Verdict

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 88.1/100

After comprehensive hardware benchmark comparisons, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 ranks as the overall top pick in this matchup. Key differentiators include its superior specifications and verified build advantages.

When to choose Redmi Note 12 Pro+:
Significantly faster wired charging: 120W vs max 0W ยท Higher resolution main sensor: 200 MP vs max 50 MP
When to choose Xiaomi Redmi Note 17:
Higher overall BeastScore: 88.1 vs top rival 88.0 ยท Larger battery capacity: 7,700 mAh (+2,700 mAh more)
Quick Answers

Frequently Asked Questions: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17

Which is better: Redmi Note 12 Pro+ or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17?

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 leads with an overall BeastScore of 88.1/100 compared to Redmi Note 12 Pro+ (88.0/100), driven by advantages in Higher overall BeastScore: 88.1 vs top rival 88.0 and Larger battery capacity: 7,700 mAh (+2,700 mAh more).

What are the primary battery and display differences between Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17?

Redmi Note 12 Pro+ is equipped with a 6.67-inch display and 5000 mAh battery, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 features a 6.99-inch display and 7700 mAh battery.

How do the performance capabilities compare between Redmi Note 12 Pro+ and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17?

In objective hardware benchmarks, Redmi Note 12 Pro+ achieves a 80/100 performance score, while Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 scores 91/100.

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