Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 vs Xiaomi 17
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1499 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 78/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is faster in AnTuTu (3,379,591 vs 3,248,535).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
Xiaomi 17
What makes Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3379591 vs 3248535
- Higher refresh rate: 165Hz vs 120Hz
- Better display (95/100 vs 85/100)
- Better portability (68/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 3013
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 9287
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 68W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 191g vs 199g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1499
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 92/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 64/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 9 points higher (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 64/100). Value score: Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100). In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (87/100 vs 64/100). In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3379591 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3013 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 9287 | 10162 | |
| Display | 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1224x2992 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 165 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 68W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 5000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP48 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 171.5×74.0×7.2 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 199 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1499 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 7.0" Foldable LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1224x2992
- Refresh rate: 165 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 68W
- Wireless: 30W
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 Razr Ultra 2026 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 leads Xiaomi 17 by 4.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $790. Xiaomi 17 was $790 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 are nearly equal (95/100 vs 92/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (95/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (81/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 (87/100 vs 64/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a bit better (68/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 edges out the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 60/100).
Should you choose the Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Motorola Razr Ultra 2026 is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.