Redmi A1 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi A1 (2022) runs on the MediaTek Helio A22, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 25/100 (a 64-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 8 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 155,362); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A1 doesn't; the Redmi A1 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A1
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi A1 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 155362
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 300
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 486
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 8MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A1 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 64 points higher (89/100 vs 25/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (97/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (93/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A1 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio A22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 155362 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 300 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 486 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI 12 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 164.9×76.8×9.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 192 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi A1
- Main: 8MP f/2.0
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A1
- 6.5" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1600
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi A1
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi A1 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi A1 by 95.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A1
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (97/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (89/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 (93/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A1 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A1 by 64 points (89/100 vs 25/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A1 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi A1 has a MobileRank rating of 25/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi A1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A1 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.