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Xiaomi 12S Ultra phone review — specs and Genze score

Xiaomi 12S Ultra Specifications

Xiaomi

Released 2022, Jul 9

8 / 12 GB RAM · Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)

  • 225g, 9.1mm thickness
  • Android 12, MIUI 13
  • 256GB/512GB storage, no card slot

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Genze and community ratings are both shown on a /10 scale. Genze is derived from internal model scores and price rules; community averages come from approved reviews (1–10 per category).

Category Genze /10 Users /10
Battery 9.5
Display 8.7
Performance 8.8
Camera 9.4
Body 6.4
Gaming 8.8
Software 4.4
Connectivity 8
Sensors 7.2
Software updates
Clean software
Heating
Media
Genze total: 8.2/10

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Quick specifications

6.73"

1440x3200 pixels

50MP

4320p

8/12GB RAM

Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1

4860mAh

67W50W

Score breakdown

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8.2 /10
Performance 8.8/10
Battery 9.5/10
Display 8.7/10
Camera 9.4/10
Body 6.4/10
Gaming 8.8/10
Software 4.4/10
Connectivity 8/10
Sensors 7.2/10
4 nm 3.19 GHz BT 5.2 Wi‑Fi 6.0 2022

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Full specifications

Technology GSM / CDMA / HSPA / EVDO / LTE / 5G
2G bands GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
??? CDMA 800
3G bands HSDPA 800 / 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
??? CDMA2000 1xEV-DO
4G bands 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 18, 19, 26, 34, 38, 39, 40, 41, 42
5G bands 1, 3, 5, 8, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78, 79 SA/NSA
Speed HSPA, LTE, 5G
Announced 2022, July 04
Status Available. Released 2022, July 09
Dimensions 163.2 x 75 x 9.1 mm (6.43 x 2.95 x 0.36 in)
Weight 225 g (7.94 oz)
Build Glass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), eco leather back, aluminum frame
SIM Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
??? IP68 dust tight and water resistant (immersible up to 1.5m for 30 min)
Type LTPO2 AMOLED, 1B colors, 120Hz, Dolby Vision, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM), 1500 nits (peak)
Size 6.73 inches, 108.9 cm2 (~89.0% screen-to-body ratio)
Resolution 1440 x 3200 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~522 ppi density)
Protection Corning Gorilla Glass Victus
OS Android 12, MIUI 13
Chipset Qualcomm SM8475 Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 (4 nm)
CPU Octa-core (1x3.19 GHz Cortex-X2 & 3x2.75 GHz Cortex-A710 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A510)
GPU Adreno 730
Card slot No
Internal 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM, 512GB 12GB RAM
??? UFS 3.1
Triple 50 MP, f/1.9, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, 1.6??m, dual pixel PDAF, OIS

48 MP, f/4.1, 120mm (periscope telephoto), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, PDAF, OIS, 5x optical zoom

48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 128?? (ultrawide), 1/2.0", 0.8??m, dual pixel PDAF

TOF 3D, (depth)
Features Laser AF, color spectrum sensor, Leica lenses, Dual-LED flash, HDR, panorama
Video 8K@24fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240fps, 720p@3840fps, gyro-EIS, Dolby Vision HDR 10-bit rec. (4K, 1080p)
Single 32 MP, f/2.4, 25mm (wide), 0.7??m
Features HDR, panorama
Video 1080p@30fps
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakers
3.5mm jack No
??? 24-bit/192kHz Hi-Res audio

Tuned by Harman Kardon

Snapdragon Sound
WLAN Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct, DLNA
Bluetooth 5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive
Positioning GPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (L1), BDS (B1I+B1c+B2a), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavIC (L5)
NFC Yes
Infrared port Yes
Radio No
USB USB Type-C 2.0, OTG
Sensors Fingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer
??? Virtual proximity sensing
Type Li-Po 4860 mAh
Charging 67W wired, PD3.0, QC4, 100% in 41 min

50W wireless, 100% in 52 min

10W reverse wireless
Colors Black, Dark Green
Models 2203121C
Price About 250 EUR
Performance AnTuTu: 1039412 (v9)

GeekBench: 4300 (v5.1)

GFXBench: 51fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)
Display 1065 nits max brightness (measured)
Camera Photo / Video
Loudspeaker -25.6 LUFS (Very good)
Battery (old) Endurance rating 93h

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Frequently asked questions

Is Xiaomi 12S Ultra worth buying in 2026?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra is worth considering if its strengths match your priorities. Genze scores it 8.2/10 for its class. Read owner reviews and compare alternatives before you buy.

Is Xiaomi 12S Ultra good for gaming?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra scores 88/100 on our gaming index (chipset, display smoothness, and thermals). Casual and mid-tier titles usually run well; for competitive esports, compare frame stability and heating against phones in the same price band.

What is the battery capacity of Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra has a 4,860 mAh battery. Real-world endurance depends on chipset efficiency, display, and usage.

What display size does Xiaomi 12S Ultra have?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra features a 6.73-inch display. See the Display section for resolution, refresh rate, and panel details.

Is Xiaomi 12S Ultra water resistant?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra is rated IP68. Always follow manufacturer guidance for liquids and dust exposure.

How much RAM does Xiaomi 12S Ultra have?

Xiaomi 12S Ultra is available with 8 / 12 GB RAM variants. Storage options are listed in the Memory section.

What is the Genze score for Xiaomi 12S Ultra?

Genze rates Xiaomi 12S Ultra 8.2/10 based on performance, display, camera, battery, body build, and value versus phones in the same price tier.

Where do these specifications come from?

Specifications are compiled from official manufacturer and carrier sources, reviewed by our editors where possible, and enriched with Genze scores and community feedback. GenZe Rank is not responsible for errors or omissions. Regional variants, firmware updates, and retailer listings may differ from what is shown here—always confirm critical details on the official product page before you buy.

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