Apple iPhone Air vs Xiaomi 11i
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Apple iPhone Air leads — 64/100 vs 34/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 108 MP; the Apple iPhone Air has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 207g).
Apple iPhone Air
Xiaomi 11i
- Lighter: 165g vs 207g
- Higher performance (70/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 41/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (93/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 48MP
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 9/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Apple iPhone Air scores 30 points higher (64/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (70/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (51/100 vs 9/100). In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (93/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 2550000 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | — | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×None×None mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 165 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $999 | — |
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (70/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (51/100 vs 9/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (93/100 vs 41/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 30 points (64/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Apple iPhone Air or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on performance (70/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Apple iPhone Air is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.