Google Pixel 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads — 86/100 vs 48/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro has the bigger battery (6300 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,569,354 vs 597,974); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 192g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Xiaomi 17 Pro
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 192g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 64/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3569354 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3310 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10070 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6300 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 12W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (84/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Pro scores 38 points higher (86/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro leads (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (95/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (81/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (84/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Xiaomi 17 Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3569354 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3310 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 10070 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1220 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 6300 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | — | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 192 g | |
| Launch price | — | $825 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1220
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
Xiaomi 17 Pro
- 6300 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel 5 and Xiaomi 17 Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro leads Google Pixel 5 by 83.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Google Pixel 5
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (95/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (81/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (84/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Pro (84/100 vs 64/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 38 points (86/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro — 86/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on camera score (81/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro leads on performance (95/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 over the Xiaomi 17 Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.