Nokia G50 vs Xiaomi 17
The Nokia G50 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 480, 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 43/100 (a 44-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 435,710); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 220g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Nokia G50
Xiaomi 17
What makes Nokia G50 better?
- Overall rating 43/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 435710
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 689
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1597
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 220g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 38/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 55/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Nokia G50 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 44 points higher (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 38/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (95/100 vs 38/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (85/100 vs 55/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (81/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (63/100 vs 39/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Nokia G50 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 480 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 435710 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 689 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1597 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" LCD IPS | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | — | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 Red Velvet Cake | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 173.8×77.7×8.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 220 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Nokia G50
- Main: 48MP
- Ultrawide: 5MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Nokia G50
- 6.8" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Nokia G50
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Nokia G50 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Nokia G50 by 87.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Nokia G50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (95/100 vs 38/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (85/100 vs 55/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 (81/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (87/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Nokia G50 (63/100 vs 39/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Nokia G50 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Nokia G50 by 44 points (87/100 vs 43/100).
What is the rating of the Nokia G50 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Nokia G50 has a MobileRank rating of 43/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Nokia G50 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the Nokia G50 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 38/100).
Should you choose the Nokia G50 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.