ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $1376 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 5800); the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,290,813 vs 3,182,664); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 227g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3290813 vs 3182664
- Higher refresh rate: 185Hz vs 144Hz
- Overall rating 75/100
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 3211
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 10106
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Lighter: 205g vs 227g
- Cheaper at launch: $899 vs $1376
- Better camera (63/100 vs 56/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 67/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 33/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 7 points higher (82/100 vs 75/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 67/100). Value score: ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro — 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, both devices are on the same level — 93/100. 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 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (54/100 vs 33/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3290813 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3211 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10106 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2400x1080 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 185 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 5800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB / 24GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 / ROG UI | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.8×76.8×8.9 mm | — | |
| Weight | 227 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $1376 | $899 |
Camera comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 32MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2400x1080
- Refresh rate: 185 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro
- 5800 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 15W
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 9 Pro and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 3.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $477. Xiaomi 17T Pro was $477 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, both devices are on the same level — 93/100.
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 is a bit better (63/100 vs 56/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (87/100 vs 67/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro (54/100 vs 33/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro edges out the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro by just 7 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 75/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The ASUS ROG Phone 9 Pro 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.