HMD Key vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The HMD Key (2025) runs on the Unisoc SC9832E, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 22/100 (a 65-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the HMD Key doesn't; the HMD Key is noticeably lighter (185g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
HMD Key
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes HMD Key better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 224g
- Better portability (57/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 31/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the HMD Key vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 65 points higher (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (83/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the HMD Key notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | HMD Key | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc SC9832E | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 576x1280 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 460 nits | — | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 166.4×76.9×9.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 185 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
HMD Key
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
HMD Key
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 576x1280
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
HMD Key
- 4000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
HMD Key
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (81/100 vs 31/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (87/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key (83/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the HMD Key notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (57/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the HMD Key or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the HMD Key by 65 points (87/100 vs 22/100).
What is the rating of the HMD Key and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The HMD Key has a MobileRank rating of 22/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the HMD Key or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the HMD Key over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
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.