iQOO 12 vs Xiaomi 11T Pro
The Verdict
iQOO 12 edges out the Xiaomi 11T Pro through generational performance advantages and display superiority. The iQOO leverages Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 with Adreno 750 GPU versus the 11T Pro's older Snapdragon 888, delivering meaningfully faster real-world performance for gaming and heavy multitasking. Display specs reveal 3000 nits peak brightness and 144Hz refresh versus 1000 nits and 120Hz on the 11T Pro, translating to noticeably sharper scrolling and better outdoor visibility. Camera systems show different strengths: iQOO provides 50MP main with Sony IMX920 sensor plus 64MP 3x telephoto for versatile zoom, while the 11T Pro emphasizes megapixel count with 108MP main but lacks dedicated telephoto beyond ultrawide. Both pack identical 5000mAh batteries with 120W charging and run current Android versions, though iQOO benefits from Android 14 versus the 11T Pro's aging Android 11. The Xiaomi includes IP53 dust/water resistance where iQOO lacks a rating. At $529 versus $649, iQOO 12 represents better value with newer technology, superior display quality, and more refined camera system. The 11T Pro appeals only if you prioritize maximum megapixels and water resistance, but its year-older processor and dimmer screen make it the less compelling choice today.
Who Should Buy
Buy the iQOO 12 if…
- →Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- →144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- →120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
Buy the Xiaomi 11T Pro if…
- →120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- →108 MP main camera with good detail
- →Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
Category Scores
Pros & Cons
iQOO 12
Pros
- Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 delivers top-tier gaming and productivity performance
- 144Hz LTPO AMOLED with 3000-nit brightness is a display powerhouse
- 120W fast charging fills the 5000 mAh battery in around 25 minutes
- 64 MP 3x telephoto periscope zoom is excellent for the price
- Wi-Fi 7 and Bluetooth 5.3 for future-proof connectivity
Cons
- No IP rating for water or dust resistance
- No wireless charging despite flagship-level pricing
- Limited global availability and after-sales network
- 13 MP ultrawide is a weak point in the camera system
- OriginOS/Funtouch is heavily skinned
Xiaomi 11T Pro
Pros
- 120W HyperCharge fills 5000 mAh in 17 minutes
- 108 MP main camera with good detail
- Snapdragon 888 flagship performance
- Harman Kardon stereo speakers
- Competitive pricing at $649
Cons
- Weak 8 MP ultrawide camera
- No wireless charging
- No telephoto camera
- Snapdragon 888 heating
- MIUI bloatware and ads
Full Specifications
| Spec | iQOO 12 | Xiaomi 11T Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Software | Android 14 (Funtouch OS 14 / OriginOS 4) | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 |
| Body | ||
| Weight | 202 g | 204 g |
| Material | Aluminum frame, glass back | Aluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus |
| IP rating | None | IP53 |
| Dimensions | 162.7 x 75.8 x 8.1 mm | 164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm |
| Camera | ||
| Main camera | 50 MP, f/1.88, OIS, Sony IMX920 | 108 MP, f/1.75, OIS |
| Front camera | 16 MP, f/2.45 | 16 MP, f/2.45 |
| Video | 8K@24fps, 4K@120fps | 8K@30fps, 4K@60fps |
| Telephoto | 64 MP, f/2.57, 3x optical zoom, OIS | — |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP, f/2.2 | 8 MP, f/2.2 |
| Macro | — | 5 MP, f/2.4 |
| Memory | ||
| RAM | 12 GB / 16 GB | 8 GB |
| Storage options | 256 GB, 512 GB | 128 GB, 256 GB |
| Battery | ||
| Capacity | 5000 mAh | 5000 mAh |
| Charging | 120W FlashCharge | 120W wired |
| Wireless charging | No | No |
| Display | ||
| Size | 6.78 inches | 6.67 inches |
| Type | LTPO AMOLED | AMOLED |
| Resolution | 2800 x 1260 | 2400 x 1080 |
| Refresh rate | 144Hz | 120Hz |
| Brightness (nits) | 3000 | 1000 |
| Processor | ||
| CPU | Octa-core (1x3.3 GHz + 3x3.2 GHz + 2x3.0 GHz + 2x2.3 GHz) | Octa-core (1x2.84 GHz + 3x2.42 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz) |
| GPU | Adreno 750 | Adreno 660 |
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 |
| Connectivity | ||
| 5G | ||
| NFC | ||
| USB | USB-C 2.0 | USB-C 2.0 |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 | Wi-Fi 6 |
| Bluetooth | 5.3 | 5.2 |
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