Redmi A2 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi A2 (2023) runs on the MediaTek Helio G36, 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 26/100 (a 63-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 193,858); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi A2 doesn't; the Redmi A2 is noticeably lighter (192g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi A2
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi A2 better?
- Lighter: 192g vs 226g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 193858
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 189
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 781
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 10W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 11/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi A2 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 63 points higher (89/100 vs 26/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (97/100 vs 11/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (89/100 vs 39/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi A2 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio G36 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 193858 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 189 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 781 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.5" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1600 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 10W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | — | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 2GB / 3GB / 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB / 64GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 12 (Go edition), MIUI | 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 A2
- Main: —
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi A2
- 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 A2
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 10W
- No wireless charging
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 A2 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi A2 by 94.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi A2
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (97/100 vs 11/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (89/100 vs 39/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi A2 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi A2 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi A2 by 63 points (89/100 vs 26/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi A2 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi A2 has a MobileRank rating of 26/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which is more powerful: the Redmi A2 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 11/100).
Should you choose the Redmi A2 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.