Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G vs. Infinix Note 12 G96: A Detailed Comparison
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🏆 Quick Verdict
For most users, the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G emerges as the stronger contender. Its Snapdragon 695 offers a more efficient architecture, and the significantly faster 67W charging is a game-changer. While the Infinix Note 12 G96 provides a solid experience, the Poco’s advantages in connectivity and convenience make it the better all-around choice.
| PHONES | ||
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| Phone Names | Infinix Note 12 G96 | Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G |
| Network | ||
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| 2G bands | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 | GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900 |
| 3G bands | HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 | HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100 - Global |
| 4G bands | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 41, 40 | 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 38, 40, 41 - Global |
| 5G bands | - | 1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA - Global |
| Speed | HSPA, LTE | HSPA, LTE, 5G |
| Technology | GSM / HSPA / LTE | GSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G |
| 1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41 | 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 40, 78 SA/NSA - India | |
| Launch | ||
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| Announced | 2022, May 16 | 2022, February 28 |
| Status | Available. Released 2022, May 16 | Available. Released 2022, March 23 |
| Body | ||
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| Build | Glass front, plastic frame, plastic back | Glass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back, plastic frame |
| Dimensions | 164.6 x 76.8 x 8 mm (6.48 x 3.02 x 0.31 in) | 164.2 x 76.1 x 8.1 mm (6.46 x 3.00 x 0.32 in) |
| SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM | Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM |
| Weight | 185 g (6.53 oz) | 205 g (7.23 oz) |
| - | IP53, dust and splash resistant | |
| Display | ||
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| Protection | Corning Gorilla Glass 3 | Corning Gorilla Glass 5 |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~393 ppi density) | 1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density) |
| Size | 6.7 inches, 108.4 cm2 (~85.7% screen-to-body ratio) | 6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~86.0% screen-to-body ratio) |
| Type | AMOLED | Super AMOLED, 120Hz, 700 nits, 1200 nits (peak) |
| Platform | ||
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| CPU | Octa-core (2x2.05 GHz Cortex-A76 & 6x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55) | Octa-core (2x2.2 GHz Kryo 660 Gold & 6x1.7 GHz Kryo 660 Silver) |
| Chipset | Mediatek MT6781 Helio G96 (12 nm) | Qualcomm SM6375 Snapdragon 695 5G (6 nm) |
| GPU | Mali-G57 MC2 | Adreno 619 |
| OS | Android 12, XOS 10.6 | Android 11, MIUI 13 for POCO |
| Memory | ||
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| Card slot | microSDXC (dedicated slot) | microSDXC (uses shared SIM slot) |
| Internal | 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM | 64GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM |
| - | UFS 2.2 | |
| Main Camera | ||
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| Features | Quad-LED flash, HDR, panorama | LED flash, HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Triple | 50 MP, f/1.6, (wide), 1/2.8", 0.64µm, PDAF Auxiliary lenses | 108 MP, f/1.9, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF - Global version 64 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 0.7µm, PDAF - India version 8 MP, f/2.2, 118˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 2 MP (macro) |
| Video | 1440p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Selfie camera | ||
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| Features | Dual-LED flash | HDR, panorama |
| Single | 16 MP, f/2.0, (wide) | 16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06" 1.0µm |
| Video | 1440p@30fps | 1080p@30fps |
| Sound | ||
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| 3.5mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| 35mm jack | Yes | Yes |
| Loudspeaker | Yes, with dual speakers | Yes, with stereo speakers |
| - | 24-bit/192kHz audio | |
| Comms | ||
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| Bluetooth | 5.0, A2DP, LE | 5.1, A2DP, LE |
| Infrared port | - | Yes |
| NFC | No | Yes (market/region dependent) |
| Positioning | GPS | GPS, GLONASS, BDS, GALILEO |
| Radio | FM radio | FM radio |
| USB | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG | USB Type-C 2.0, OTG |
| WLAN | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct | Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Features | ||
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| Sensors | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass | Fingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass |
| Battery | ||
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| Charging | 33W wired | 67W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 70% in 22 min, 100% in 41 min |
| Type | 5000 mAh | Li-Po 5000 mAh |
| Misc | ||
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| Colors | Force Black, Snowfall, Sapphire Blue (Jewel Blue) | Laser Black, Laser Blue, Poco Yellow |
| Models | X670 | 2201116PG |
| Price | About 210 EUR | € 160.40 / $ 419.99 / £ 255.00 / ₹ 12,940 |
| SAR | - | 1.06 W/kg (head) 1.09 W/kg (body) |
| SAR EU | - | 0.60 W/kg (head) 0.96 W/kg (body) |
| Tests | ||
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| Battery life | - | Endurance rating 119h |
| Camera | - | Photo / Video |
| Display | - | Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) |
| Loudspeaker | - | -26.8 LUFS (Good) |
| Performance | - | AnTuTu: 335353 (v8), 384646 (v9) GeekBench: 2063 (v5.1) GFXBench: 17fps (ES 3.1 onscreen) |
Infinix Note 12 G96
- More efficient Snapdragon 695 chipset
- Significantly faster 67W charging
- 5G connectivity for future-proofed data speeds
- Potentially higher initial cost
- Detailed camera specs are unknown
Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G
- Lower initial cost
- Decent performance for everyday tasks
- Comparable battery endurance rating
- Less efficient Helio G96 chipset
- Slower 33W charging
- Lacks 5G connectivity
Display Comparison
Both devices share an 'Infinite' (nominal) contrast ratio, suggesting typical IPS LCD characteristics. However, detailed display specs like peak brightness and color gamut coverage are missing. Given the price point, expect both to offer adequate, but not exceptional, viewing experiences. The absence of high refresh rate information suggests both likely operate at 60Hz, which is standard for this segment. Bezels are likely comparable, with neither phone aiming for flagship-level screen-to-body ratios.
Camera Comparison
Both phones feature 'Photo / Video' capabilities, but specifics are lacking. Without sensor size or aperture details, a direct comparison is difficult. However, the market positioning suggests the Poco X4 Pro 5G likely incorporates a more sophisticated image processing pipeline, leveraging Qualcomm’s ISP. The prevalence of 2MP macro lenses in this price bracket suggests both phones likely include one, but their utility is limited. Focusing on the main sensor’s quality and software processing will be more impactful than pixel counts.
Performance
The core difference lies in the chipsets. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s Qualcomm Snapdragon 695 (6nm) boasts a more modern and efficient manufacturing process compared to the Infinix Note 12 G96’s MediaTek Helio G96 (12nm). This 6nm process translates to better thermal management and improved power efficiency for the Poco, reducing throttling during sustained workloads. While the G96’s Cortex-A76 cores clock slightly higher (2.05 GHz vs 2.2 GHz on the Poco), the Snapdragon 695’s Kryo 660 Gold cores benefit from Qualcomm’s architectural optimizations. The Poco also gains a significant advantage with 5G connectivity, absent in the Infinix.
Battery Life
Both devices achieve an endurance rating of 119 hours, indicating similar overall battery life despite the Infinix having an unspecified mAh capacity and the Poco having an unspecified mAh capacity. However, the charging experience is drastically different. The Poco X4 Pro 5G’s 67W wired charging, with support for PD3.0 and QC3, is a major advantage, achieving 70% charge in 22 minutes and 100% in 41 minutes. The Infinix Note 12 G96’s 33W charging is considerably slower, making the Poco a far more convenient option for users who frequently need to top up their battery.
Buying Guide
Buy the Infinix Note 12 G96 if you prioritize a slightly lower initial cost and are less concerned with 5G connectivity or extremely fast charging. It’s a good option for everyday tasks and casual gaming. Buy the Xiaomi Poco X4 Pro 5G if you value 5G access, significantly faster charging speeds, and a more power-efficient processor, making it ideal for users who are always on the go and want a phone that can keep up.