Motorola Edge 2023 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Motorola Edge 2023 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, 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 56/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4400); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 765,130); the Motorola Edge 2023 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 2023
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Motorola Edge 2023 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 168g vs 226g
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 765130
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1043
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2472
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 68W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 2023 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 33 points higher (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (97/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (93/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (80/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 2023 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 765130 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1043 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2472 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.6" P-OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 2023
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 2023
- 6.6" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 2023
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
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 Motorola Edge 2023 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Motorola Edge 2023 by 79.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Edge 2023
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (97/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (93/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (80/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (83/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 by 33 points (89/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 2023 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Motorola Edge 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 2023 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.