Redmi K70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $375 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 54/100 (a 28-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 2,384,849).
Redmi K70 Ultra
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 213g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $375 vs $999
- Better design/ergonomics (33/100 vs 17/100)
- Better value for money (84/100 vs 41/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 2250
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 7315
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5500 mAh
- Higher performance (87/100 vs 46/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (72/100 vs 68/100)
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 28 points higher (82/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra leads (84/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 46/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi K70 Ultra are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100). In the "design" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (33/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 41/100).
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2250 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7315 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB / 24GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 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 | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $375 | $999 |
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Redmi K70 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 33.6% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $624. Redmi K70 Ultra is cheaper by $624.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 46/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (93/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Redmi K70 Ultra are nearly equal (72/100 vs 68/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (33/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (84/100 vs 41/100).
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra by 28 points (82/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 32/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 46/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.