OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Max
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $350 and $799. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 60/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6700); the main camera is 50 MP vs 200 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 2,948,304).
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 206g vs 219g
- Cheaper: $350 vs $799
- Better design/ergonomics (42/100 vs 26/100)
- Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 2948304
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6700 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 31/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Max, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 24 points higher (84/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (88/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (90/100 vs 31/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (83/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (42/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 3654776 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 2608x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 8000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 206 g | 219 g | |
| Price | $350 | $799 |
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 19.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $449. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is cheaper by $449.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (88/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (90/100 vs 31/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (83/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (42/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 24 points (84/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 Max — 84/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 31/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Max?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for active users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.