Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro (2026) runs on the Apple A20 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1199 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 84/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4288); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Apple iPhone 18 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,434,654 vs 3,404,616); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 211g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
Xiaomi 17
What makes Apple iPhone 18 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3434654 vs 3404616
- Better Geekbench Single: 4733 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 12836 vs 10162
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (97/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4288 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 60W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Lighter: 191g vs 211g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1199
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone 18 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 3 points higher (87/100 vs 84/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 47/100). Value score: Apple iPhone 18 Pro — 78/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; 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 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (97/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone 18 Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A20 Pro | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3434654 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 4733 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 12836 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1206x2622 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4288 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 60W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 172 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 18 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | iOS 27 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 150.0×71.9×8.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 211 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1199 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.48
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 18MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 1206x2622
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone 18 Pro
- 4288 mAh
- Wired: 60W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Apple iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads Xiaomi 17 by 0.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $490. Xiaomi 17 was $490 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone 18 Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (97/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (87/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Apple iPhone 18 Pro (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Apple iPhone 18 Pro by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone 18 Pro and the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone 18 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro leads on camera score (97/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone 18 Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Apple iPhone 18 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.