Xiaomi's T-series was introduced at the beginning of October, and the large OLED displays and the high-resolution main cameras are particularly memorable. The 12T is the cheaper model in the series and the only one in this comparison that is powered by the MediaTek SoC Dimensity8100Ultra...

Class warfare: entry-level devices push down the price, mid-range devices want to be an alternative to expensive ones, and high-end models outperform the already strong flagships. Of course, you can't tell how good a smartphone is by its price. This is also shown in the tested. Devices over 1,000 euros like the iPhone 14 are not necessarily better than those under 1,000 euros like the Google Pixel 7 Pro...

With the 12T series, Xiaomi brings two strong but comparatively affordable top mobile phones. The Xiaomi 12T Pro stands out from the mobile monotony with its 200-megapixel camera and fast processor. The 12T is hardly worse and a price tip. Too bad, though: without a waterproof casing and tele, it's not enough to be a Samsung killer.