Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs Xiaomi 11i
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (2021) runs on the Samsung Exynos 2100, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads — 37/100 vs 34/100 (a 3-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 11i is noticeably lighter (207g vs 228g).
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
Xiaomi 11i
- Higher performance (10/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (55/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 25W
- Lighter: 207g vs 228g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 40/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 15/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra scores 3 points higher (37/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (41/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Samsung Exynos 2100 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1074182 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 1435 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3555 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 25W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 15W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 117 | — | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 40 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 11 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | — | no | |
| Protection | — | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | — | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 228 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 40MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 25W
- Wireless: 15W
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (10/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 40/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (41/100 vs 15/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 11i by just 3 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 37/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on camera score (55/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra leads on performance (10/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S21 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.