Apple iPhone 17e vs Xiaomi 13
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 13 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2; launch prices were $599 and $640. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 13 leads — 69/100 vs 59/100 (a 10-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 13 has the bigger battery (4500 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 17e is faster in AnTuTu (2,156,126 vs 1,743,949); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 189g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Xiaomi 13
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 2156126 vs 1743949
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 9454 vs 5311
- Lighter: 163g vs 189g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $640
- Higher performance (89/100 vs 75/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 66/100)
What makes Xiaomi 13 better?
- Bigger battery: 4500 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Better camera (65/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (57/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Xiaomi 13, the Xiaomi 13 scores 10 points higher (69/100 vs 59/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e leads (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 leads (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 leads (57/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, 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 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (65/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (57/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (83/100 vs 66/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Xiaomi 13 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 1743949 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 2004 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 5311 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2400x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 4500 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 130 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 10 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 1900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | 152.8×71.5×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 163 g | 189 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $640 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Xiaomi 13
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 13
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 13
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Xiaomi 13, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 17e leads Xiaomi 13 by 23.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $41. Apple iPhone 17e was $41 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 17e is a bit better (89/100 vs 75/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (81/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (65/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 13 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (57/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13 (83/100 vs 66/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 13?
The Xiaomi 13 is noticeably better than the Apple iPhone 17e — the overall rating gap is 10 points.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 13 — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 13?
The Xiaomi 13 leads on camera score (65/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17e leads on performance (89/100 vs 75/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Xiaomi 13?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 13 is a better fit for active users.