Redmi Note 11SE vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Redmi Note 11SE (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 40/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 515,647); the Redmi Note 11SE is noticeably lighter (190g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Redmi Note 11SE

Performance 40
Display 54
Camera 29
Battery 43
Portability 55
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Redmi Note 11SE better?

  • Lighter: 190g vs 224g

  • Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 515647
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 690
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1736
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 40/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 29/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 43/100)
  • Better display (81/100 vs 54/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Redmi Note 11SE vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 47 points higher (87/100 vs 40/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 40/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (98/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (83/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11SE is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.

Specs comparison

Specification Redmi Note 11SE Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 700 Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 515647 3950082
Geekbench Single 690 3639
Geekbench Multi 1736 11047
Display 6.5" IPS LCD 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1080x2400 1200x2608
Refresh rate 90 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5000 mAh 6800 mAh
Charging 18W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
Main camera 48 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 0 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 8 MP 50 MP
RAM 4GB / 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 11, MIUI 12.5 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 400 nits —
NFC yes yes
Protection — IP68/IP69
Dimensions 161.8×75.3×8.9 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 190 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Redmi Note 11SE

  • Main: 48MP f/1.8
  • Front: 8MP
29
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Redmi Note 11SE

  • 6.5" IPS LCD
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Redmi Note 11SE

  • 5000 mAh
  • Wired: 18W
  • No wireless charging
43
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Redmi Note 11SE and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Redmi Note 11SE MediaTek Dimensity 700
40/100
515647 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +86.9%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Redmi Note 11SE by 86.9% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Redmi Note 11SE

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (98/100 vs 40/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (81/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (87/100 vs 29/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE (83/100 vs 43/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Redmi Note 11SE is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Redmi Note 11SE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Redmi Note 11SE by 47 points (87/100 vs 40/100).

What is the rating of the Redmi Note 11SE and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Redmi Note 11SE has a MobileRank rating of 40/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Redmi Note 11SE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 29/100).

Which is more powerful: the Redmi Note 11SE or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 40/100).

Should you choose the Redmi Note 11SE over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.