Redmi Note 10 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Redmi Note 10 (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 678, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $200 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 42/100 (a 46-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 510,711); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Redmi Note 10 doesn't; the Redmi Note 10 is noticeably lighter (179g vs 226g).
Redmi Note 10
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Lighter: 179g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $200 vs $999
- Better portability (68/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 510711
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 714
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1577
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 30/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 52/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 51/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 46/100)
Comparing the Redmi Note 10 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 46 points higher (88/100 vs 42/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (88/100 vs 46/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (96/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (89/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (93/100 vs 30/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (80/100 vs 52/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (88/100 vs 46/100).
| Specification | Redmi Note 10 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 678 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 510711 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 714 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1577 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.4" AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | — | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB / 6GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB / 128GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | — | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1100 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×74.5×8.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 179 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $200 | $999 |
Redmi Note 10
- Main: 48MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Redmi Note 10
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Redmi Note 10
- 5000 mAh
- 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 Note 10 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Redmi Note 10 by 85.8% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $799. Redmi Note 10 was $799 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (96/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (89/100 vs 51/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (93/100 vs 30/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (80/100 vs 52/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 10 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (68/100 vs 40/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 (88/100 vs 46/100).
Which is better: the Redmi Note 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 10 by 46 points (88/100 vs 42/100).
What is the rating of the Redmi Note 10 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 10 has a MobileRank rating of 42/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100.
Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 30/100).
Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 10 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (96/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Redmi Note 10 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Redmi Note 10 is a better fit for everyday use. 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.