Google Pixel 3 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Google Pixel 3 (2018) runs on the Snapdragon 845, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 34/100 (a 55-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 2915); the main camera is 12 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 572,788); the Google Pixel 3 is noticeably lighter (148g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 3
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 3 better?
- Lighter: 148g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $999
- Better portability (84/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 572788
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2130
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 2915 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 12MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 5W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 18/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 59/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 3 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 55 points higher (89/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 18/100). Value score: Google Pixel 3 — 0/100, 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 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (89/100 vs 59/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (80/100 vs 18/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 3 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 845 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 572788 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 566 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2130 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.5" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2160 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2915 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 5W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 9.0 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 145.6×68.2×7.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 148 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 3
- Main: 12MP f/1.8
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 3
- 5.5" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2160
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 3
- 2915 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 5W
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 Google Pixel 3 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Google Pixel 3 by 84.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $200. Google Pixel 3 was $200 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (89/100 vs 59/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (93/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 (80/100 vs 18/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 3 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 3 by 55 points (89/100 vs 34/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 3 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 3 has a MobileRank rating of 34/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 3 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 3 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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.