Google Pixel 8 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Google Pixel 8 (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 68/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4575); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 1,443,431); the Google Pixel 8 is noticeably lighter (187g vs 224g).
Google Pixel 8
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Lighter: 187g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $892
- Better display (82/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 1443431
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1722
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 4458
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4575 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 27W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 18W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 70/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 79/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 44/100)
Comparing the Google Pixel 8 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 19 points higher (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 44/100). Value score: Google Pixel 8 — 48/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 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 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100). In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (83/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Google Pixel 8 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G3 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1443431 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1722 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4458 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.2" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4575 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 27W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 18W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 148 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 150.5×70.8×8.9 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $892 |
Google Pixel 8
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Front: 10MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Google Pixel 8
- 6.2" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Google Pixel 8
- 4575 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 18W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Google Pixel 8 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Google Pixel 8 by 63.4% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $193. Google Pixel 8 was $193 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (98/100 vs 70/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (82/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 79/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Google Pixel 8 (83/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Google Pixel 8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is noticeably better than the Google Pixel 8 — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Google Pixel 8 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 79/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel 8 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 70/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel 8 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Google Pixel 8 is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.