Motorola Moto G85 vs Xiaomi 17

The Motorola Moto G85 (2024) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3, 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 51/100 (a 36-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 617,626); the Motorola Moto G85 is noticeably lighter (171g vs 191g).

The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Motorola Moto G85

Performance 48
Display 79
Camera 40
Battery 45
Portability 80
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17

Performance 95
Display 85
Camera 81
Battery 87
Portability 63
Value for money 88

What makes Motorola Moto G85 better?

  • Lighter: 171g vs 191g

  • Better portability (80/100 vs 63/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 617626
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 938
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2183
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 30W

  • Higher performance (95/100 vs 48/100)
  • Better camera (81/100 vs 40/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 45/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Motorola Moto G85 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 36 points higher (87/100 vs 51/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (95/100 vs 48/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (81/100 vs 40/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (87/100 vs 45/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G85 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (80/100 vs 63/100).

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.

Specs comparison

Specification Motorola Moto G85 Xiaomi 17
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 617626 3404616
Geekbench Single 938 3566
Geekbench Multi 2183 10162
Display 6.7" P-OLED 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 2656x1200
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 7000 mAh
Charging 30W 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 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB
OS Android 14 Android 16 / HyperOS 3
Brightness (peak) 1600 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68
Dimensions 161.9×73.1×7.6 mm 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm
Weight 171 g 191 g
Launch price — $709

Camera comparison

Motorola Moto G85

  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
40
camera

Xiaomi 17

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera

Display comparison

Motorola Moto G85

  • 6.7" P-OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
79
display

Xiaomi 17

  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2656x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display

Battery and charging

Motorola Moto G85

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 30W
  • No wireless charging
45
battery

Xiaomi 17

  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Motorola Moto G85 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Motorola Moto G85 Qualcomm Snapdragon 6s Gen 3
51/100
617626 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +81.9%
3404616 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 leads Motorola Moto G85 by 81.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Motorola Moto G85

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17

$709

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (95/100 vs 48/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (81/100 vs 40/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 (87/100 vs 45/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Motorola Moto G85 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (80/100 vs 63/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Motorola Moto G85 or the Xiaomi 17?

The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Motorola Moto G85 by 36 points (87/100 vs 51/100).

What is the rating of the Motorola Moto G85 and the Xiaomi 17?

The Motorola Moto G85 has a MobileRank rating of 51/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Motorola Moto G85 or the Xiaomi 17?

The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 40/100).

Which is more powerful: the Motorola Moto G85 or the Xiaomi 17?

The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 48/100).

Should you choose the Motorola Moto G85 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.