Google Pixel 5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Google Pixel 5 (2020) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 48/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4080); the main camera is 2 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 597,974); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 109); the Google Pixel 5 is noticeably lighter (151g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel 5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Google Pixel 5 better?
- Lighter: 151g vs 226g
- Better portability (84/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 597974
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 799
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1836
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4080 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 2MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 12W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 44/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 49/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 31/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel 5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 41 points higher (89/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (97/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (93/100 vs 49/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (80/100 vs 31/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel 5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 765G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 597974 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 799 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1836 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.0" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4080 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 12W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 109 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 2 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 144.7×70.4×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 151 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel 5
- Main: 2MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel 5
- 6.0" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel 5
- 4080 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- Wireless: 12W
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 5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Google Pixel 5 by 83.4% 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 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (97/100 vs 44/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (89/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (93/100 vs 49/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 (80/100 vs 31/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 5 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 5 by 41 points (89/100 vs 48/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Google Pixel 5 has a MobileRank rating of 48/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 49/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 44/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 5 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.