Motorola Moto G36 vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Moto G36 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2, 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 52/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 798,429); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Moto G36
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Moto G36 better?
- Overall rating 52/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 798429
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1015
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2687
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 191g vs 210g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 53/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 66/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 45/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Moto G36 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 35 points higher (87/100 vs 52/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (95/100 vs 53/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (85/100 vs 66/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (63/100 vs 45/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Moto G36 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 7s Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 798429 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1015 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2687 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 33W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 166.3×76.5×8.7 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Moto G36
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Moto G36
- 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 G36
- 7000 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 Moto G36 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Moto G36 by 76.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Motorola Moto G36
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (95/100 vs 53/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (85/100 vs 66/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (81/100 vs 40/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 (63/100 vs 45/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Moto G36 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G36 by 35 points (87/100 vs 52/100).
What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G36 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Moto G36 has a MobileRank rating of 52/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G36 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).
Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G36 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 53/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Moto G36 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.