OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (2025) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9400+, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $350 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 71/100 (a 16-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6700); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,948,304); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 206g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
Xiaomi 17
What makes OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $350 vs $709
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2948304
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2729
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 8430
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6700 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 206g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 89/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 35/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 16 points higher (87/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 70/100). Value score: OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — 76/100, 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100). In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (81/100 vs 35/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9400+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2948304 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2729 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 8430 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1272x2800 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15, ColorOS 15 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP65 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×77.0×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 206 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $350 | $709 |
Camera comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1272x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra
- 6700 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- 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 Ace 5 Ultra and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra by 9.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $359. OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra was $359 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 89/100).
display
In the "display" category, the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (81/100 vs 35/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 16 points.
What is the rating of the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 71/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 35/100).
Which is more powerful: the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 89/100).
Should you choose the OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17?
The OnePlus Ace 5 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.