OnePlus 9 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The OnePlus 9 Pro (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $969 and $1500. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 64/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 1,185,805); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 122); the OnePlus 9 Pro is noticeably lighter (197g vs 226g).
OnePlus 9 Pro
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 197g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $969 vs $1500
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (53/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 1185805
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1488
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 3373
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 65W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 59/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 57/100)
Comparing the OnePlus 9 Pro vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (88/100 vs 64/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (96/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (93/100 vs 59/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (80/100 vs 57/100). In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
| Specification | OnePlus 9 Pro | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1185805 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1488 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3373 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3216x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 122 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 8 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.2×73.6×8.7 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $969 | $1500 |
OnePlus 9 Pro
- Main: 48MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 6.7" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3216x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus 9 Pro
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OnePlus 9 Pro and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads OnePlus 9 Pro by 67.0% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $531. OnePlus 9 Pro is cheaper by $531.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (96/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (93/100 vs 59/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro (80/100 vs 57/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the OnePlus 9 Pro is a bit better (53/100 vs 40/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9 Pro by 24 points (88/100 vs 64/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9 Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 9 Pro has a MobileRank rating of 64/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 59/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9 Pro or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9 Pro over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The OnePlus 9 Pro is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.