ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $799 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 61/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 1,227,639); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 238g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 5
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 5 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $899
- Overall rating 61/100
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 1227639
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 205g vs 238g
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 5 vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 21 points higher (82/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 5 — 36/100, 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 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (93/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (63/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 5 | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 1227639 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 24 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 172.8×77.3×10.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 238 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $899 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- Main: 64MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 24MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
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 ASUS ROG Phone 5 and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 61.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $100. ASUS ROG Phone 5 was $100 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (93/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (63/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (87/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 (54/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 5 by 21 points (82/100 vs 61/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 5 and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 has a MobileRank rating of 61/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 5 or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 5 over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 5 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.