Apple iPhone 17e vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone 17e (2026) runs on the Apple A19, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $599 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 59/100 (a 23-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3600); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 2,156,126); the Apple iPhone 17e is noticeably lighter (163g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 17e
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Apple iPhone 17e better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3692 vs 3293
- Lighter: 163g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $599 vs $899
- Better portability (83/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 2156126
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9454
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 20W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 21/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 17e vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 23 points higher (82/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 21/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 17e — 32/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; 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 Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (63/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 21/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (83/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 17e | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2156126 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3692 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9454 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.1" OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2556x1179 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 20W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 19 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 146.7×71.5×7.8 mm | — | |
| Weight | 163 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $599 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 24MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 17e
- 6.1" OLED
- Resolution: 2556x1179
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 17e
- 3600 mAh
- Wired: 20W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 17e and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone 17e by 32.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $300. Apple iPhone 17e was $300 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Apple iPhone 17e are nearly equal (93/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (94/100 vs 61/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (63/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e (87/100 vs 21/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone 17e notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (83/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 17e by 23 points (82/100 vs 59/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 17e and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e has a MobileRank rating of 59/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 17e or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 34/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 17e over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone 17e is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.