Motorola Edge 30 vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Edge 30 (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G, 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 58/100 (a 29-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4020); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 895,081); the Motorola Edge 30 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Edge 30
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Edge 30 better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 155g vs 191g
- Better display (90/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (96/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 895081
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1059
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3012
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4020 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 57/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 25/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Edge 30 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 29 points higher (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (95/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 30 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (81/100 vs 57/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (87/100 vs 25/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 30 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Edge 30 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 778G+ 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 895081 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1059 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3012 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.5" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4020 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.4×74.2×6.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Edge 30
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Edge 30
- 6.5" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Edge 30
- 4020 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
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 30 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Edge 30 by 72.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Edge 30
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (95/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Edge 30 is a bit better (90/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (81/100 vs 57/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 (87/100 vs 25/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Edge 30 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (96/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Edge 30 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Edge 30 by 29 points (87/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Edge 30 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Edge 30 has a MobileRank rating of 58/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Edge 30 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 57/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Edge 30 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Edge 30 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.