Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (2025) runs on the Dimensity 8350 Ultimate, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $300 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 1,673,316); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 209g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
Xiaomi 17
What makes Tecno Pova 7 Ultra better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $300 vs $709
- Better display (94/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 1673316
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1398
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 4313
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 70W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 30W
- Lighter: 191g vs 209g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 69/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 43/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 72/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 44/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 69/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 72/100). Value score: Tecno Pova 7 Ultra — 68/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (95/100 vs 69/100). In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (87/100 vs 72/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 44/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Tecno Pova 7 Ultra | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Dimensity 8350 Ultimate | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1673316 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1398 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4313 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 70W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 30W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 15 / HIOS 15 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 160.0×75.2×8.9 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 209 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $300 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- Main: 108MP
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 13MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Tecno Pova 7 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 70W
- Wireless: 30W
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 48.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $409. Tecno Pova 7 Ultra was $409 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (95/100 vs 69/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a bit better (94/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (81/100 vs 43/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (87/100 vs 72/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra (63/100 vs 44/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 43/100).
Which is more powerful: the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 69/100).
Should you choose the Tecno Pova 7 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17?
The Tecno Pova 7 Ultra is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.