Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 11i

The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 55/100 vs 34/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 207g).

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 21 points (55/100 vs 34/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Performance 64
Display 100
Camera 43
Battery 13
Design 78
Value for money 55
Xiaomi 11i
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 41
Battery 51
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
  • Lighter: 177g vs 207g

  • Higher performance (64/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (43/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better design/ergonomics (78/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
  • Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3692 mAh
  • Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
  • Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP

  • Longer battery life (51/100 vs 13/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 21 points higher (55/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (64/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (51/100 vs 13/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (78/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Apple iPhone 17: The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users.
Xiaomi 11i: The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Apple iPhone 17 Xiaomi 11i
Processor Apple A19 MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G
AnTuTu 2450000
Geekbench Single 3608
Geekbench Multi 8810
Display 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2622x1206 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 3692 mAh 5160 mAh
Charging 40W 67W
Wireless charging 25W 0W
Main camera 48 MP 108 MP
Ultrawide 48 MP 8 MP
Front camera 12 MP 16 MP
RAM 8GB 6GB / 8GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 128GB / 256GB
OS iOS 26 Android 11, MIUI 12.5
Brightness (peak) 3000 nits 1200 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68 IP53
Dimensions 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm
Weight 177 g 207 g
Price $799
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
  • Ultrawide: 48MP
  • Front: 12MP
43
camera
Xiaomi 11i
  • Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 16MP
41
camera
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
  • 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
  • Resolution: 2622x1206
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 11i
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
  • 3692 mAh
  • Wired: 40W
  • Wireless: 25W
13
battery
Xiaomi 11i
  • 5160 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
51
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Apple iPhone 17
$799
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (64/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 11i are nearly equal (43/100 vs 41/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (51/100 vs 13/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (78/100 vs 41/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 21 points (55/100 vs 34/100).

What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 55/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.

Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (64/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 11i?

The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.