Redmi K60 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi K60 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $360 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 65/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the main camera is 64 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,425,621).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K60
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi K60 better?
- Better main camera: 64MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 212g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $360 vs $999
- Better display (90/100 vs 89/100)
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1425621
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1761
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4688
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 71/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K60 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 24 points higher (89/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K60 — 62/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (97/100 vs 71/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 (93/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K60 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8+ Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1425621 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1761 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4688 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 64 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1400 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.8×75.4×8.6 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 212 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $360 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K60
- Main: 64MP f/1.79
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi K60
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K60
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 30W
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 K60 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi K60 by 60.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $639. Redmi K60 was $639 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi K60 (97/100 vs 71/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K60 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra are nearly equal (90/100 vs 89/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 (93/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (80/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi K60 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K60 by 24 points (89/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K60 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K60 has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K60 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 71/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K60 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K60 is a better fit for active users. 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.