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 — 76/100 vs 54/100 (a 22-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 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 750,481); the Apple iPhone 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Apple iPhone 17 is noticeably lighter (177g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 11i
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 2318
- Lighter: 177g vs 207g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 52/100)
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 (56/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 22 points higher (76/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (88/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (86/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (56/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 750481 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 936 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 2318 | |
| 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 | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | — | |
| 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 | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Xiaomi 11i by 187.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi 11i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (88/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (86/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (56/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 22 points (76/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 54/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.