Redmi K50i vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K50i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8100, 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 57/100 (a 30-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5080); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,092,605); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi K50i doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K50i
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K50i better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Overall rating 57/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1092605
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1139
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3842
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5080 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 191g vs 200g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 62/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 54/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 77/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 50/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K50i vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 30 points higher (87/100 vs 57/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (95/100 vs 62/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K50i | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8100 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1092605 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1139 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3842 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" FFS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2460 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5080 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 12, MIUI 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 650 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.6×74.3×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 200 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K50i
- Main: 64MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K50i
- 6.6" FFS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2460
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K50i
- 5080 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- 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 K50i and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi K50i by 67.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi K50i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (95/100 vs 62/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 77/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (81/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i (87/100 vs 54/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 50/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K50i by 30 points (87/100 vs 57/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K50i and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K50i has a MobileRank rating of 57/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K50i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 62/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K50i over the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K50i 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.