Vivo S16e vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo S16e (2022) runs on the Exynos 1080, 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 4600).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S16e
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo S16e better?
- Lighter: 187g vs 191g
- Better portability (70/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 66W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 80/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S16e vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 38 points higher (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S16e | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Exynos 1080 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | — | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | — | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | — | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.6" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 66W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, Origin OS Ocean | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.5×75.8×7.7 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 187 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S16e
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S16e
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S16e
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 66W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S16e
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 80/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e (87/100 vs 44/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S16e is a bit better (70/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo S16e by 38 points (87/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S16e and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo S16e has a MobileRank rating of 49/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S16e or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S16e 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.