Apple iPhone 17 vs Xiaomi 13
The Apple iPhone 17 (2025) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 13 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $799 and $640. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone 17 leads — 76/100 vs 69/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3692); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17 is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,743,949); per DXOMark lab testing, the Apple iPhone 17 has the stronger camera (157 vs 130).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17
Xiaomi 13
What makes Apple iPhone 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1743949
- Better Geekbench Single: 3608 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 8810 vs 5311
- Lighter: 177g vs 189g
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 75/100)
- Better camera (86/100 vs 65/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (73/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3692 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $640 vs $799
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 29/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17 vs the Xiaomi 13, the Apple iPhone 17 scores 7 points higher (76/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 leads (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 leads (57/100 vs 29/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17 — 66/100, Xiaomi 13 — 52/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 13 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (86/100 vs 65/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (57/100 vs 29/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17 | Xiaomi 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1743949 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3608 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8810 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2622x1206 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3692 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 157 | 130 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 149.6×71.5×8.0 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 177 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $640 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2622x1206
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 13
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17
- 3692 mAh
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 13
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17 leads Xiaomi 13 by 23.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $159. Xiaomi 13 was $159 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (88/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 13 are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (86/100 vs 65/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17 (57/100 vs 29/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17 is a bit better (73/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 edges out the Xiaomi 13 by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17 and the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 has a MobileRank rating of 76/100, the Xiaomi 13 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on camera score (86/100 vs 65/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17 or the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 leads on performance (88/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17 over the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The Xiaomi 13 is a better fit for active users.