Sony Xperia XZ1 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Sony Xperia XZ1 (2017) runs on the Snapdragon 835, 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 29/100 (a 58-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 2700); the main camera is 19 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 438,016); the Sony Xperia XZ1 is noticeably lighter (155g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Sony Xperia XZ1
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Sony Xperia XZ1 better?
- Lighter: 155g vs 224g
- Better portability (90/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 438016
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 427
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1500
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 2700 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 18W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 19MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 60Hz
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 33/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 12/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Sony Xperia XZ1 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 58 points higher (87/100 vs 29/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (98/100 vs 33/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (83/100 vs 12/100). In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (90/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Sony Xperia XZ1 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 835 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 438016 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 427 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 1500 | 11047 | |
| Display | 5.2" IPS LCD | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x1920 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 60 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 2700 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 18W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 19 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 64GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 8.0 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 148.0×73.4×7.4 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 155 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Sony Xperia XZ1
- Main: 19MP f/2.0
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Sony Xperia XZ1
- 5.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 1080x1920
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Sony Xperia XZ1
- 2700 mAh
- Wired: 18W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Sony Xperia XZ1 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Sony Xperia XZ1 by 88.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Sony Xperia XZ1
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (98/100 vs 33/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (81/100 vs 44/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (87/100 vs 15/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 (83/100 vs 12/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Sony Xperia XZ1 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (90/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Sony Xperia XZ1 by 58 points (87/100 vs 29/100).
What is the rating of the Sony Xperia XZ1 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Sony Xperia XZ1 has a MobileRank rating of 29/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 15/100).
Which is more powerful: the Sony Xperia XZ1 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 33/100).
Should you choose the Sony Xperia XZ1 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.