ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs Xiaomi 17
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1399 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,899,814); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 239g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
Xiaomi 17
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1899814
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 5311
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 191g vs 239g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1399
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate — 36/100, 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 Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (95/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (63/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1899814 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1399 | $709 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by 41.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $690. Xiaomi 17 was $690 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (95/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (81/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (87/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate (63/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate and the Xiaomi 17?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate over the Xiaomi 17?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 Ultimate is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.