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Tecno Camon 30 Pro vs Xiaomi 12

Updated Apr 2026phones
Tecno Camon 30 Pro
Tecno
Tecno Camon 30 Pro
$349
8.1/10
Winner
VS
Xiaomi 12
Xiaomi
Xiaomi 12
$749
7.9/10

The Verdict

Comparing these two reveals dramatically different value propositions at different price points. The Camon 30 Pro undercuts the Xiaomi 12 by $400, yet delivers superior specs in several critical areas. Its 6.78-inch AMOLED display with 1300 nits brightness and 120Hz refresh rate significantly outperforms the Xiaomi's 6.28-inch panel at 1100 nits. The Camon's MediaTek Dimensity 8200 processor and 12GB RAM configuration handle daily tasks smoothly, though the Xiaomi's Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 maintains a performance edge for demanding apps. Camera performance favors the Tecno with its newer Sony IMX890 sensor and superior 50MP ultrawide, while the Xiaomi counters with 8K video recording and wireless charging at 50W. Battery capacity heavily favors Tecno at 5000mAh versus 4500mAh, though the Xiaomi charges slightly faster at 67W. Build quality leans toward Xiaomi with its Gorilla Glass Victus and aluminum frame versus Tecno's plastic construction. For budget-conscious buyers seeking excellent display quality and practical specs, the Camon 30 Pro delivers exceptional value. However, the Xiaomi 12 justifies its premium for those prioritizing wireless charging, processor performance, and premium materials. The Camon 30 Pro is the smarter purchase at its price point.

Value30 Pro
CameraXiaomi 12
Battery30 Pro
Display30 Pro
PerformanceXiaomi 12

Who Should Buy

Buy the Tecno Camon 30 Pro if…

  • Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
  • 50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
  • 70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment

Buy the Xiaomi 12 if…

  • Compact flagship at 6.28 inches
  • 67W wired and 50W wireless charging
  • Good 50 MP main camera with OIS

Category Scores

Tecno Camon 30 Pro
Xiaomi 12
Value
9.1
6.8
Camera
8.2
8.4
Battery
8.5
7.6
Display
8.8
8.3
Performance
7.8
8.6

Pros & Cons

Tecno Camon 30 Pro

Pros

  • Sony IMX890 main sensor punches above its weight for the price
  • 50MP front camera is excellent for selfie enthusiasts
  • 70W fast charging is generous in the budget segment
  • Thin and lightweight design at 7.9 mm and 190 g
  • 12 GB RAM handles multitasking smoothly

Cons

  • No real ultrawide camera — the 2MP depth sensor is useless
  • HiOS software is heavily skinned with bloatware
  • IP64 splash resistance is minimal protection
  • Limited brand presence means fewer accessories and service centers

Xiaomi 12

Pros

  • Compact flagship at 6.28 inches
  • 67W wired and 50W wireless charging
  • Good 50 MP main camera with OIS
  • Lightweight at 180 g
  • Harman Kardon stereo speakers

Cons

  • Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 runs hot
  • No telephoto camera
  • 13 MP ultrawide is weak
  • No official IP rating
  • MIUI 13 bloatware

Full Specifications

SpecTecno Camon 30 ProXiaomi 12
SoftwareAndroid 14 (HiOS 14)Android 12, MIUI 13
Body
Weight190 g180 g
MaterialPlastic frame, glass backAluminum frame, Gorilla Glass Victus
IP ratingIP64No official rating
Dimensions162.9 x 74.9 x 7.9 mm152.7 x 69.9 x 8.16 mm
Camera
Main camera50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX890)50 MP, f/1.9, OIS (Sony IMX766)
Front camera50 MP, f/2.0, autofocus32 MP, f/2.45
Video4K@30fps8K@24fps, 4K@60fps
Ultrawide2 MP, f/2.4, depth sensor13 MP, f/2.4
Macro5 MP, f/2.4
Memory
RAM12 GB8 GB
Storage options256 GB, 512 GB128 GB, 256 GB
Battery
Capacity5000 mAh4500 mAh
Charging70W wired67W wired
Wireless charging50W wireless
Display
Size6.78 inches6.28 inches
TypeAMOLEDAMOLED
Resolution2436 x 10802400 x 1080
Refresh rate120Hz120Hz
Brightness (nits)13001100
Processor
CPUOcta-core (1x3.1 GHz Cortex-A78 & 3x3.0 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (1x3.0 GHz + 3x2.5 GHz + 4x1.8 GHz)
GPUMali-G610 MC6Adreno 730
ChipsetMediaTek Dimensity 8200Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1
Connectivity
5G
NFC
USBUSB-C 2.0USB-C 2.0
Wi-FiWi-Fi 6Wi-Fi 6
Bluetooth5.35.2

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