Redmi K70 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17
The Redmi K70 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $375 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 68/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 2,384,849); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 213g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi K70 Ultra
Xiaomi 17
What makes Redmi K70 Ultra better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 100W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $375 vs $709
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 2384849
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5500 mAh
- Lighter: 191g vs 213g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 37/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 70/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 46/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi K70 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 19 points higher (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 70/100). Value score: Redmi K70 Ultra — 66/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (81/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi K70 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2384849 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1220x2712 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5500 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| 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 | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.4×75.1×8.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 213 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $375 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1220x2712
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi K70 Ultra
- 5500 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 K70 Ultra and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Redmi K70 Ultra by 26.6% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $334. Redmi K70 Ultra was $334 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (95/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Redmi K70 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (81/100 vs 37/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (87/100 vs 70/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Redmi K70 Ultra (63/100 vs 46/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Redmi K70 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Redmi K70 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K70 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 68/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 37/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi K70 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Redmi K70 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17?
The Redmi K70 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power 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.