Google Pixel 6 Pro vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel 6 Pro (2021) runs on the Google Tensor, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $899 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5003); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,274,157 vs 1,044,454); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 210g).
Google Pixel 6 Pro
Xiaomi 17
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3274157 vs 1044454
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1477
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3595
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5003 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 23W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 23W
- Lighter: 191g vs 210g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $899
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 43/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 6 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Google Pixel 6 Pro — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 6 Pro | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1044454 | 3274157 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1477 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3595 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3120x1440 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5003 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 23W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 23W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 11 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.9×75.9×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $709 |
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.85
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 11MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO OLED
- Resolution: 3120x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 6 Pro
- 5003 mAh
- Wired: 23W
- Wireless: 23W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 6 Pro and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel 6 Pro by 68.1% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $190. Xiaomi 17 was $190 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (95/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (87/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro (63/100 vs 43/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 6 Pro by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 6 Pro and the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 6 Pro or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 6 Pro over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel 6 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.