Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs Xiaomi 11i
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2, while the Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G. By overall MobileRank rating, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads — 49/100 vs 34/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 11i has the bigger battery (5160 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 108 MP; the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Xiaomi 11i is noticeably lighter (207g vs 234g).
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
Xiaomi 11i
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 108MP
- Higher performance (29/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (73/100 vs 41/100)
- Bigger battery: 5160 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 67W vs 45W
- Lighter: 207g vs 234g
- Longer battery life (51/100 vs 42/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 7/100)
- Better value for money (55/100 vs 27/100)
Comparing the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 11i, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra scores 15 points higher (49/100 vs 34/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i leads (55/100 vs 27/100). In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (29/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 41/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (41/100 vs 7/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
| Specification | Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra | Xiaomi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | |
| AnTuTu | 1681378 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 2004 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 5311 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1440x3088 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 5160 mAh | |
| Charging | 45W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 140 | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 13, One UI 5.1 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1750 nits | 1200 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 163.4×78.1×8.9 mm | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 234 g | 207 g | |
| Price | $1199 | — |
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- Main: 200MP
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 12MP
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3088
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 45W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (29/100 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 S23 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (73/100 vs 41/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 11i is a bit better (51/100 vs 42/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 11i significantly outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (41/100 vs 7/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 11i notably outperforms the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra (55/100 vs 27/100).
Which is better: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 11i — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra and the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 11i — 34/100.
Which has the better camera: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on camera score (73/100 vs 41/100).
Which is more powerful: the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra or the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra leads on performance (29/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra over the Xiaomi 11i?
The Samsung Galaxy S23 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use. The Xiaomi 11i is a better fit for everyday use.