iPhone XS vs Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Short Description
iPhone XS
Screen size: 5.8" / Resolution: 1125 x 2436 px / Main camera: 12 MP & 12 MP / Front camera: 7MP / RAM: 4GB / Battery power: 2658 mAh / Internal storage: 64GB, 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 1 SIM, 1 eSIM
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Screen size: 6.73" / Resolution: 1440 x 3200 px / Main camera: 50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP / Front camera: 32MP / RAM: 8GB, 12GB / Battery power: 4860 mAh / Has 5G support: ✔ / Internal storage: 256GB, 512GB / SIM cards: 2 SIM
Key Differences
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Why is iPhone XS better than Xiaomi 12S Ultra?
Lighter: 177 g (6.24 ounces) vs 225 g (7.94 ounces)
Narrower: 70.9 mm (2.79 inches) vs 75 mm (2.95 inches)
Shorter: 143.6 mm (5.65 inches) vs 163.2 mm (6.43 inches)
More color options: Space Gray, Silver, Gold vs Black, Dark Green
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Why is Xiaomi 12S Ultra better than iPhone XS?
Bigger battery capacity: 4860 mAh vs 2658 mAh
Faster CPU speed: 1 x 3.2 GHz & 3 x 2.75 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz vs 2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
More RAM memory capacity: 8GB, 12GB vs 4GB
AnTuTu score is about 67% higher
More megapixels main camera: 50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP vs 12 MP & 12 MP
More megapixels front camera: 32MP vs 7MP
Has a larger display diagonal: 6.73" vs 5.8"
Better display resolution: 1440 x 3200 px vs 1125 x 2436 px
The phone is 3 years and 9 months newer
Size Comparison
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
5.8"
6.73"
Height
163.2 mm
(6.43 inches)
Width
75 mm
(2.95 inches)
Thickness
9.1 mm
(0.36 inches)
Screen size
6.73"
Weight
225 g
(7.94 ounces)
Height
143.6 mm
(5.65 inches)
Width
70.9 mm
(2.79 inches)
Thickness
7.7 mm
(0.3 inches)
Screen size
5.8"
Weight
177 g
(6.24 ounces)
Height
163.2 mm
(6.43 inches)
Width
75 mm
(2.95 inches)
Thickness
9.1 mm
(0.36 inches)
Screen size
6.73"
Weight
225 g
(7.94 ounces)
Expert Score
Score 4.3
Score 4.5
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Score 4.3
Score 4.5
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iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
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Benchmarks
AnTuTu Score
iPhone XS
738,192
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
1,234,229 +67.2%
The score reflects a device's overall performance by summing up results from tests of RAM speed, CPU, and 2D/3D graphics.
3DMark Wild Life benchmark
iPhone XS
5,698
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
9,862 +73.08%
Is a cross-platform benchmark designed to test the graphical performance of devices under high GPU load.
3DMark Wild Life Unlimited benchmark
iPhone XS
6,048
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
10,900 +80.22%
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance while eliminating the impact of screen resolution for more objective platform comparisons.
3DMark Wild Life Extreme benchmark
iPhone XS
1,446
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
2,748 +90.04%
Is a cross-platform graphical benchmark that tests a device's performance under higher workloads with more detailed visuals, designed for powerful GPUs.
Geekbench 6 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,571
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
3,671 +42.78%
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing.
Geekbench 6 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,270
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
1,488 +17.17%
Measures the performance of a single processor core by assessing how efficiently the device handles single-threaded processing-based tasks.
Geekbench 5 · Multi-Core
iPhone XS
2,476
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
4,139 +67.16%
Measures the aggregate performance of all processor cores in a device, simulating tasks optimized for multi-threaded processing in Geekbench 5.
Geekbench 5 · Single-Core
iPhone XS
1,108
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
1,287 +16.16%
Measures the performance of a single processor core in a device, evaluating its efficiency in handling single-threaded tasks in Geekbench 5.
Battery Performance
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Battery Life
Charging timePrice Comparison
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Price in Europe From € 207
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About Products
iPhone XS
The Apple iPhone XS offers a premium experience with its 5.8-inch Super Retina OLED display, providing vibrant colors and deep blacks, perfect for watching videos and browsing. Powered by the A12 Bionic chip, it delivers fast performance and smooth multitasking, ideal for gaming, apps, and daily use.
The 12MP dual-camera system captures sharp photos, supports Smart HDR, and records 4K video, while the 7MP front camera ensures excellent selfies and FaceTime quality. Face ID provides secure unlocking, and the sleek glass design supports wireless charging. With water and dust resistance, the iPhone XS combines power, style, and durability in a compact form.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a flagship smartphone that excels in performance, display, and photography. It features a stunning 6.73-inch AMOLED display with a 120Hz refresh rate, delivering vibrant colors and smooth visuals, ideal for gaming and media consumption. Powered by the Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 processor, it ensures fast and efficient multitasking.
The camera system is a standout, boasting a 50MP main sensor, a 48MP ultra-wide lens, and a 48MP periscope telephoto lens with 120x digital zoom, providing exceptional photo and video quality. The Leica partnership enhances image processing, ensuring professional-grade results.
The Xiaomi 12S Ultra supports 5G connectivity and houses a 4860mAh battery with 67W wired and 50W wireless fast charging, ensuring long usage and quick recharging. Additional features include an in-display fingerprint sensor, advanced facial recognition, and a premium build with IP68 water and dust resistance.
Xiaomi 12S Ultra is a top-tier choice for those seeking superior performance, advanced camera technology, and a premium display in a smartphone.
Technical Specifications
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Specs
iPhone XS
Xiaomi 12S Ultra
Design
Weight
177 g (6.24 ounces)
225 g (7.94 ounces)
Thickness
7.7 mm (0.3 inches)
9.1 mm (0.36 inches)
Width
70.9 mm (2.79 inches)
75 mm (2.95 inches)
Height
143.6 mm (5.65 inches)
163.2 mm (6.43 inches)
Is weather-sealed (splashproof)
✔
✔
Ingress Protection (IP) rating
IP68
IP68
Waterproof depth rating
2 m
1.5 m
Volume
78.4 cm³
111.38 cm³
Is dustproof and water-resistant
✔
✔
Color options
Space Gray, Silver, Gold
Black, Dark Green
Lowest potential operating temperature
0 °C
-
Maximum operating temperature
35 °C
-
French Repairability Index
4.7
-
Display
Screen size
5.8"
6.73"
Display type
OLED/AMOLED
OLED/AMOLED
Pixel density
458 ppi
521 ppi
Resolution
1125 x 2436 px
1440 x 3200 px
Refresh rate
60Hz
120Hz
Touch sampling rate
-
240Hz
Brightness (typical)
625 nits
1000 nits
Has branded damage-resistant glass
✔
✔
Gorilla Glass version
-
Gorilla Glass Victus
Supports HDR10
✔
✔
Supports HDR10+
-
✔
Always-On Display
-
✔
Supports Dolby Vision
✔
✔
Contrast ratio
1000000:1
8000000:1
Has a touch screen
✔
✔
Performance
Internal storage
64GB, 256GB, 512GB
256GB, 512GB
RAM
4GB
8GB, 12GB
Android version
-
Android 12
CPU speed
2 x 2.5 GHz & 4 x 1.6 GHz
1 x 3.2 GHz & 3 x 2.75 GHz & 4 x 2 GHz
GPU clock speed
-
900 MHz
Has integrated LTE
✔
✔
RAM speed
2133 MHz
3200 MHz
Semiconductor size
7 nm
4 nm
Supports 64-bit
✔
✔
DirectX version
-
DirectX 12
Has integrated graphics
✔
✔
OpenGL version
-
3.3
OpenGL ES version
-
3.2
Uses big.LITTLE technology
✔
✔
CPU threads
6 threads
8 threads
Has TrustZone
✔
✔
Maximum memory bandwidth
34.1 GB/s
51.2 GB/s
OpenVG version
-
1.2
OpenCL version
-
2
L2 cache
8 MB
2 MB
EMMC version
-
5.1
DDR memory version
4
5
Maximum memory amount
-
16GB
L3 cache
-
6 MB
Uses multithreading
-
✔
GPU execution units
-
3
Shading units
-
768
Release date
2018
2022
Has NX bit
✔
-
L1 cache
128 KB
-
Number of transistors
6900 million
-
Supported displays
-
1
Turbo clock speed
2.49GHz
-
Cameras
Main camera
12 MP & 12 MP
50 MP & 48 MP & 48 MP
Front camera
7MP
32MP
Has built-in optical image stabilization
✔
✔
Video recording (main camera)
2160 x 60 fps
4320 x 24 fps
Wide aperture (main camera)
f/2.4 & f/1.8
f/1.9 & f/2.2 & f/4.1
Has a dual-tone LED flash
✔
✔
Has a BSI sensor
✔
-
Has continuous autofocus when recording movies
✔
✔
Has phase-detection autofocus for photos
✔
✔
Supports slow-motion video recording
✔
✔
Has a built-in HDR mode
✔
✔
Has a flash
✔
✔
Has manual exposure
✔
✔
Has a dual-lens (or multi-lens) main camera
✔
✔
Optical zoom
2x
4x
Number of flash LEDs
2
2
Has a CMOS sensor
✔
✔
Has manual ISO
✔
✔
Has a serial shot mode
✔
✔
Has manual focus
✔
✔
Has a front camera
✔
✔
Has laser autofocus
-
✔
Has manual white balance
✔
✔
Shoots raw
-
✔
Has touch autofocus
✔
✔
Can create panoramas in-camera
✔
✔
Wide aperture (front camera)
f/2.2
f/2.5
Has timelapse function
✔
✔
Supports Dolby Vision recording
-
✔
Pixel size (main camera)
1.4 µm & 1 µm
1.2 µm & 0.8 µm & 0.8 µm
Supports HDR10 recording
-
✔
Operating system
Has clipboard warnings
-
✔
Has location privacy options
-
✔
Has camera/microphone privacy options
-
✔
Has theme customization
-
✔
Can play games while they download
-
✔
Has dark mode
-
✔
Has Wi-Fi password sharing
✔
✔
Has battery health check
✔
✔
Has an extra dim mode
-
✔
Has focus modes
-
✔
Has dynamic theming
-
✔
Can offload apps
✔
✔
Has customizable notifications
✔
✔
Has scrolling screenshots
✔
✔
Supports split screen
-
✔
Supports instant markup
✔
✔
Supports PiP and PaP
-
✔
More languages supported
-
125
Has sharing intents
✔
✔
Has a child lock
✔
✔
Supports widgets
-
✔
Is free and open source
-
✔
Tracks the current position of a mobile device
✔
✔
Is a multi-user system
-
✔
Can block app tracking
✔
-
Blocks cross-site tracking
✔
-
Gets direct OS updates
✔
-
Has AirPlay
✔
-
Has Quick Start
✔
-
More languages supported
56
-
Has offline voice recognition
-
✔
The browser has word wrap
✔
✔
Has voice commands
✔
✔
Battery
Battery power
2658 mAh
4860 mAh
Has wireless charging
✔
✔
Supports fast charging
✔
✔
Charging speed
-
67W
Wireless charging speed
-
50W
Has reverse wireless charging
-
✔
Reverse wireless charging speed
-
10W
Has an ultra power-saving mode
-
✔
Has a battery level indicator
✔
✔
Has a rechargeable battery
✔
✔
Audio
Has stereo speakers
✔
✔
Has aptX HD
-
✔
Has aptX Lossless
-
✔
Has aptX
-
✔
Number of microphones
3
2
Has aptX Adaptive
-
✔
Has a radio
-
✔
Features
Has 5G support
-
✔
Wi-Fi version
Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax), Wi-Fi 5 (802.11ac), Wi-Fi 4 (802.11n)
Download speed
1024 MBits/s
10000 MBits/s
Upload speed
150 MBits/s
3000 MBits/s
Has USB Type-C
-
✔
USB version
2
2
Has NFC
✔
✔
SIM cards
1 SIM, 1 eSIM
2 SIM
Has a fingerprint scanner
-
✔
Bluetooth version
5
5.2
Has a gyroscope
✔
✔
Has GPS
✔
✔
Has a compass
✔
✔
Supports Wi-Fi
✔
✔
Has a cellular module
✔
✔
Has a barometer
✔
✔
Supports Galileo
✔
✔
Has an infrared sensor
✔
✔
Has an accelerometer
✔
✔
Uses 3D facial recognition
✔
-
Is DLNA-certified
-
✔
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