OnePlus 9RT vs Xiaomi 17
The OnePlus 9RT (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888, 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 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,139,950).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus 9RT
Xiaomi 17
What makes OnePlus 9RT better?
- Overall rating 56/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1139950
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 65W
- Lighter: 191g vs 198g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 39/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 57/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus 9RT vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (81/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus 9RT | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1139950 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1500 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3537 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 65W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×74.6×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 198 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus 9RT
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus 9RT
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus 9RT
- 4500 mAh
- Wired: 65W
- 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 OnePlus 9RT and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads OnePlus 9RT by 66.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
OnePlus 9RT
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (81/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT (87/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 57/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus 9RT or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus 9RT by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus 9RT and the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus 9RT has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus 9RT or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 39/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus 9RT or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus 9RT over the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus 9RT is a better fit for active 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.