ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,828,576); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 108); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is thinner (8.3mm vs 10.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 7
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 7 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1828576
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2004
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 5311
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Lighter: 226g vs 239g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 76/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 48/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 60/100)
- Better portability (40/100 vs 20/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 7 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 60/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 7 — 40/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (97/100 vs 76/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (93/100 vs 48/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (80/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 7 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1828576 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2448x1080 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 108 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP54 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.0×77.0×10.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 239 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | $999 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2448x1080
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 7
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared ASUS ROG Phone 7 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 49.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $0. Same launch price.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (97/100 vs 76/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 89/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (93/100 vs 48/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (80/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 (40/100 vs 20/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 7 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 7 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 48/100).
Which is more powerful: the ASUS ROG Phone 7 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 76/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 7 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The ASUS ROG Phone 7 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.