Motorola Edge 2023 vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Edge 2023 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 7030, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4400); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 765,130); the Motorola Edge 2023 is noticeably lighter (168g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 2023
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Edge 2023 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 168g vs 191g
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (83/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 765130
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1043
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2472
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4400 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 15W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 42/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 48/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 2023 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (81/100 vs 42/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (87/100 vs 48/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 2023 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 7030 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 765130 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1043 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2472 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" P-OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4400 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 158.4×72.0×7.6 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 168 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 2023
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 2023
- 6.6" P-OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 2023
- 4400 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Motorola Edge 2023 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Edge 2023 by 77.5% 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 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (81/100 vs 42/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 (87/100 vs 48/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 2023 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (83/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 2023 by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 2023 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Edge 2023 has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 42/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 2023 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 2023 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.