Redmi K50 Gaming vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K50 Gaming (2022) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1, 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 60/100 (a 27-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4700); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,294,871); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 210g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50 Gaming
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K50 Gaming better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 60/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1294871
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1662
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4188
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4700 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 210g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 58/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50 Gaming vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 27 points higher (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (95/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (87/100 vs 58/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (63/100 vs 47/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50 Gaming | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1294871 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1662 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4188 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4700 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 800 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×76.7×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 210 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50 Gaming
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50 Gaming
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50 Gaming
- 4700 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- 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 Redmi K50 Gaming and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi K50 Gaming by 60.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Redmi K50 Gaming
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (95/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (87/100 vs 58/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming (63/100 vs 47/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50 Gaming or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50 Gaming by 27 points (87/100 vs 60/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50 Gaming and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K50 Gaming has a MobileRank rating of 60/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50 Gaming or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50 Gaming or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50 Gaming over the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K50 Gaming is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.