Redmi 10 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Redmi 10 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio G88, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $179 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 37/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 362,744); the Redmi 10 is noticeably lighter (181g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 50 points (87/100 vs 37/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi 10
Performance 29
Display 54
Camera 33
Battery 43
Portability 61
Value for money 42
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 86
What makes Redmi 10 better?
  • Lighter: 181g vs 224g
  • Cheaper at launch: $179 vs $892

  • Better portability (61/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 362744
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 430
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1375
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 29/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 33/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi 10 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 50 points higher (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 43/100). Value score: Redmi 10 — 42/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (98/100 vs 29/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (87/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (61/100 vs 42/100).

Redmi 10: The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Redmi 10 Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Helio G88 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 362744 3942923
Geekbench Single 430 3640
Geekbench Multi 1375 11033
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 64GB / 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11 Android 16
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.0×75.5×8.9 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 181 g 224 g
Launch price $179 $892
Camera comparison
Redmi 10
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 8MP
33
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
Display comparison
Redmi 10
  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
Battery and charging
Redmi 10
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Redmi 10 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi 10 MediaTek Helio G88
37/100
362744 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +90.8%
3942923 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi 10 by 90.8% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi 10
$179
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
$892

Launch price difference: $713. Redmi 10 was $713 cheaper at launch.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (98/100 vs 29/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi 10 (81/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (87/100 vs 33/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 (83/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi 10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (61/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi 10 by 50 points (87/100 vs 37/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi 10 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Redmi 10 has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 33/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 29/100).

Should you choose the Redmi 10 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Redmi 10 is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.