Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G vs Xiaomi Redmi 17
Side-by-side specs and price comparison for buyers in Algeria.
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
3category wins
Xiaomi Redmi 17
4category wins
Quick Verdict
Who wins each category, side by side.
Better price
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Faster chip
Xiaomi Redmi 17
Bigger battery
Xiaomi Redmi 17
Faster charging
Xiaomi Redmi 17
Higher-resolution camera
Even
Better display
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Lighter body
Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G
Best value for money
Xiaomi Redmi 17
Full specs comparison
Display
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Size (inches) | 6.79 | 6.9 |
| Panel Type | IPS LCD | IPS LCD |
| Resolution Height | 2460 | 1600 |
| Resolution Width | 1080 | 720 |
| Refresh Rate | 90 | 120 |
| Peak Brightness | 550 | 825 |
| PPI | 396 | 254 |
| Glass Type | Corning Gorilla Glass | Corning Gorilla Glass 7i |
| Screen-to-body | 85.1 | 86.2 |
Platform
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x1.95 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) |
| GPU | Adreno 613 | Adreno 613 |
| Chipset Name | Snapdragon 4 Gen 2 | Snapdragon 4 Gen 5 |
| Process (nm) | 4 | 4 |
| OS Name | Android | Android |
| UI Skin | HyperOS 2 | HyperOS 3 |
| OS Version | 13 | 16 |
Benchmarks
Geekbench (Single-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 17 +7%Geekbench (Multi-Core)
Xiaomi Redmi 17 +6%AnTuTu
Xiaomi Redmi 17 +10%| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Geekbench (Single-Core) | 915 | 976 |
| Geekbench (Multi-Core) | 2,115 | 2,250 |
| AnTuTu | 568,395 | 624,021 |
Memory
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Card Slot | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Other | — | UFS 2.2 |
| Variants | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 4GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM |
Main Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | LED flash, HDR | LED flash, HDR |
| Count | 2 | 1 |
| Depth | 2 MP, f/2.4, (depth) | — |
| Wide | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) | 50 MP, f/1.8, (wide) |
Selfie Camera
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Video | 1080p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Features | HDR | HDR |
| Count | 1 | 1 |
| Lens | 8 MP, f/2, (wide) | 8 MP, f/2.1, (wide) |
Battery
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity (mAh) | 5000 | 7500 |
| Chemistry | Li-Po | Si/C Li-Ion |
| Wired Charging (W) | 18 | 45 |
Body
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Build | Glass front (Gorilla Glass), plastic frame, glass back (Gorilla Glass) | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 7i), plastic back or silicone polymer (eco leather) back, plastic frame |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Height (mm) | 168.6 | 170.1 |
| Thickness (mm) | 8.2 | 8.8 |
| Other | — | IP64 dust tight and water resistant (water splashes) RGB light (on the back) |
| Weight (g) | 199 | 232 |
| Width (mm) | 76.3 | 78.4 |
Launch
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Announced | 2023, August 01 | 2026, August 10 |
| Status | Available. Released 2023, August 04 | Available. Released 2026, August 10 |
Network
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| 2G Bands | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 | GSM 850, 900, 1800, 1900 |
| 3G Bands | HSDPA 850, 900, 2100 | HSDPA 850, 900, 1700(AWS), 1900, 2100 |
| 4G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 40, 41 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 48, 66, 71 |
| 5G Bands | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA | 1, 2, 3, 5, 7, 8, 12, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41, 48, 66, 71, 77, 78 SA/NSA |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE, 5G | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G | GSM, HSPA, LTE, 5G |
Connectivity
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.1 |
| infrared port | Yes | — |
| NFC | Unspecified | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS | GPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS |
| Radio | No | FM radio |
| USB Type | Type-C | Type-C |
| USB Version | — | 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 5 | Wi-Fi 5 |
Sound
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| 3.5mm Jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes | Yes, with stereo speakers |
Features
| Spec | Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G | Xiaomi Redmi 17 |
|---|---|---|
| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, compass |
| Other | — | Virtual proximity sensing |
Buying advice for Algeria
Both Xiaomi Redmi 12 5G and Xiaomi Redmi 17 are sold in Algeria, but they fit different priorities.
Both phones sit in the same price band, so the choice comes down to specs and brand preference.
Xiaomi Redmi 17 packs a 7500 mAh battery, which translates to longer screen-on time when you are away from a charger.
Xiaomi Redmi 17 posts a stronger benchmark score, useful for heavier games and multitasking on Algerian carriers' busier 4G networks.
In the 30,000 to 60,000 DZD bracket, look for 5,000 mAh batteries, 120Hz screens, and at least 6 GB of RAM.
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