Redmi K70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $375 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 68/100 (a 20-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 2,384,849).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
What makes Redmi K70 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 213g vs 219g
- Cheaper at launch: $375 vs $999
- Better display (93/100 vs 81/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 20 points higher (88/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Ultra — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 86/100; 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 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (89/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 3998145 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7500 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 159 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 219 g | |
| Launch price | $375 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Redmi K70 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Pro Max, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 40.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $624. Redmi K70 Ultra was $624 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (89/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Redmi K70 Ultra are nearly equal (48/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra by 20 points (88/100 vs 68/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users. The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.