Realme 9i 5G vs Xiaomi 17
The Realme 9i 5G (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 810, 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 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 569,913); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Realme 9i 5G doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Realme 9i 5G
Xiaomi 17
What makes Realme 9i 5G better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 191g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 569913
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 684
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 1900
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 42/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 23/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Realme 9i 5G vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (95/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (81/100 vs 23/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Realme 9i 5G | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 810 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 569913 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 684 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1900 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2408 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 75 | — | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, Realme UI 3.0 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.4×75.1×8.1 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Realme 9i 5G
- Main: —
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Realme 9i 5G
- 6.6" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Realme 9i 5G
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- 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 Realme 9i 5G and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Realme 9i 5G by 83.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Realme 9i 5G
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (95/100 vs 42/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (85/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (81/100 vs 23/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (65/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Realme 9i 5G by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).
What is the rating of the Realme 9i 5G and the Xiaomi 17?
The Realme 9i 5G has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 23/100).
Which is more powerful: the Realme 9i 5G or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 42/100).
Should you choose the Realme 9i 5G 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.