Sharp Aquos Sense8 vs Xiaomi 17
The Sharp Aquos Sense8 (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 49/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 737,054); the Sharp Aquos Sense8 is noticeably lighter (159g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sharp Aquos Sense8
Xiaomi 17
What makes Sharp Aquos Sense8 better?
- Lighter: 159g vs 191g
- Better portability (79/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 737054
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 930
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 18W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 52/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 33/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 43/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 70/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sharp Aquos Sense8 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 38 points higher (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (95/100 vs 52/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (85/100 vs 70/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (81/100 vs 33/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (87/100 vs 43/100). In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (79/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sharp Aquos Sense8 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 6 Gen 1 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 737054 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 930 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2700 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.1" IGZO OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2340 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 90 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 153.0×71.0×8.4 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 159 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- Main: 50MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- 6.1" IGZO OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2340
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sharp Aquos Sense8
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Sharp Aquos Sense8 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Sharp Aquos Sense8 by 77.3% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sharp Aquos Sense8
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (95/100 vs 52/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (85/100 vs 70/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (81/100 vs 33/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 (87/100 vs 43/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sharp Aquos Sense8 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (79/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sharp Aquos Sense8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Sharp Aquos Sense8 by 38 points (87/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Sharp Aquos Sense8 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Sharp Aquos Sense8 has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sharp Aquos Sense8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 33/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sharp Aquos Sense8 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 52/100).
Should you choose the Sharp Aquos Sense8 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.