Both iPhone SE and Xiaomi 12 were recently launched globally. They both have a compact profile and both are affordable models in their series.
But in a face-to-face, what are the winning arguments that they bring to the table? That is exactly what we show you in the following article that evaluates, in four points, the crucial specifications of each of these terminals.
1. Processor and operating system
In the first round, two of the best processors today face each other. On the side of the iPhone SE is Apple’s A15 Bionic chip, the same as the iPhone 13 and 13 Max, which has demonstrated its power, surprising with incredible results in various comparative tests. Combined with 4 GB of RAM and the iOS 15.4 operating system, this is an Apple terminal with fantastic performance, capable of outperforming many competing terminals.
In the case of the Xiaomi 12 we have the latest Qualcomm top processor, the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 paired with 8 or 12 GB of RAM. The mere fact that the processor has “the company” of a larger RAM capacity already helps to obtain better performance. But we are also talking about the best Qualcomm processor so far, so the Xiaomi 12 does not disappoint, much less running Android 12 under the new MIUI 13 interface.
At this point it’s hard to pick a winner, as the iPhone loses points for just 4GB RAM and the Xiaomi 12 also loses out with overheating issues already reported by the Snapdragon 8 Gen 1. Let’s consider a technical tie.
2. Battery support and fast charging
Recently, an iPhone SE teardown video revealed its 2,018 mAh battery which is bigger than its predecessor which packs a 1,821 mAh battery. But even so, this battery will have difficulties to give autonomy for a whole day of use in a slightly more demanding mode. As for the fast charging support, this is 25 watts, capable of charging 50% of the battery in 30 minutes.
For its part, the Xiaomi 12 is equipped with a robust 4,500 mAh battery with support for 67-watt fast charging. This means that it fully charges the battery in 39 minutes.
The Xiaomi 12 is a clear winner in this round, not only because of the larger battery that has more than double that of the iPhone SE, but also because it can be fully charged in just 39 minutes.
3. Screen
Apple has equipped the new iPhone SE with a 4.7-inch Retina display with a resolution of 1334×750 pixels and a refresh rate of 60 Hz. We know that the Retina display works very well, but there are Android terminals, within the price segment of the iPhone SE, capable of giving more and better as far as screen is concerned.
In the case of the Xiaomi 12, the Chinese brand was quite generous in the display specifications. In addition to integrating Dolby Vision and HDR10 + technology into the 6.28-inch panel, it also gives it a resolution of 2400×1080 pixels and a refresh rate of 120 Hz.
There is no doubt about the winner on this specific point, with the Xiaomi 12 standing out significantly from the Apple model, not least because it includes an in-display fingerprint reader, while the iPhone SE maintains Touch ID functionality on the bottom panel. . the terminal.
4. Camera
At this point we can say that the fight is unequal, first of all because the iPhone SE in its rear camera configuration only has a single 12-megapixel sensor. However, Apple has added some improvements that make a difference. For example, intelligent HDR that is capable of recognizing up to four people, automatically improving contrast, lighting and even skin tone. In turn, Deep Fusion technology analyzes each pixel to capture every detail of texture and pattern of the photographed subject.
But still, it can’t beat the Xiaomi 12 with its rear camera setup that includes a 50-megapixel main sensor with optical image stabilization, a 13-megapixel ultra-wide sensor, and a 5-megapixel telephoto sensor. Add to that the ability to shoot 8K video, and the iPhone SE sticks to 4K video.
For photography lovers, there is no doubt which model to choose, since the Xiaomi 12 is the optical champion.
In conclusion, if you prefer a compact smartphone with a more affordable price, you can embrace the iOS universe with the new iPhone SE, already available in Portugal for a price starting at 529 euros.
But if you want one more smartphone within the premium segment, with a smaller size than other flagships, then the choice should fall on the Xiaomi 12. This terminal is also available now for 849.99 euros. And if you buy it until March 31, you can take advantage of the offer of a Xiaomi Watch S1 Active.
