Motorola Moto G35 vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Moto G35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc T760, 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 46/100 (a 41-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 628,581).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G35
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Moto G35 better?
- Lighter: 188g vs 191g
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 628581
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 735
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G35 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 41 points higher (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (95/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G35 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Unisoc T760 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 628581 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 735 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×76.0×7.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 188 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G35
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Moto G35
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Moto G35 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Moto G35 by 81.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (95/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G35 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G35 by 41 points (87/100 vs 46/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G35 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Moto G35 has a MobileRank rating of 46/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G35 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G35 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.