Apple iPhone Air vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Apple iPhone Air (2025) runs on the Apple A19 Pro, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $999 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 75/100 (a 7-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3149); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 2,538,751); the Apple iPhone Air is noticeably lighter (165g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Apple iPhone Air
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Apple iPhone Air better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3850 vs 3293
- Lighter: 165g vs 205g
- Better camera (73/100 vs 63/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 54/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 2538751
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 9800
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3149 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 40W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 25W
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $999
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 92/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 26/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Apple iPhone Air vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air leads (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 26/100). Value score: Apple iPhone Air — 60/100, 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 Air are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (87/100 vs 26/100). In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (96/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Apple iPhone Air | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Apple A19 Pro | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 2538751 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3850 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9800 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2736x1260 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 3149 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 40W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 25W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 141 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | iOS 26 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 6.0×74.7×5.6 mm | — | |
| Weight | 165 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- Main: 48MP f/1.6
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Apple iPhone Air
- 6.5" LTPO Super Retina XDR OLED
- Resolution: 2736x1260
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Apple iPhone Air
- 3149 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 7:48 hrs, total 22:15 hrs
- Wired: 40W
- Wireless: 25W
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 Air and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Apple iPhone Air by 20.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Apple iPhone Air are nearly equal (93/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Apple iPhone Air is a bit better (73/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Apple iPhone Air (87/100 vs 26/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Apple iPhone Air significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (96/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Apple iPhone Air or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the Apple iPhone Air by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Apple iPhone Air and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Apple iPhone Air or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air leads on camera score (73/100 vs 63/100).
Should you choose the Apple iPhone Air over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Apple iPhone Air 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.