Redmi Note 10 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi Note 10 Lite (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 42/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,667,711 vs 517,460); the Redmi Note 10 Lite is noticeably lighter (209g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Redmi Note 10 Lite
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Redmi Note 10 Lite better?
- Lighter: 209g vs 226g
- Better portability (45/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3667711 vs 517460
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 746
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1762
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 41/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 34/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 56/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Redmi Note 10 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 47 points higher (89/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (97/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (89/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (93/100 vs 34/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (80/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Lite is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Redmi Note 10 Lite | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 720G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 517460 | 3667711 | |
| Geekbench Single | 746 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1762 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" IPS LCD | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5020 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 10, MIUI 11 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 165.8×76.7×8.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | — | $999 |
Camera comparison
Redmi Note 10 Lite
- Main: 48MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Redmi Note 10 Lite
- 6.7" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Redmi Note 10 Lite
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
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 Note 10 Lite and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi Note 10 Lite by 85.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Redmi Note 10 Lite
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (97/100 vs 41/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (89/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (93/100 vs 34/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite (80/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 Lite is a bit better (45/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 Lite by 47 points (89/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 10 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 34/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 41/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10 Lite over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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.