Vivo S17t vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo S17t (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8050, 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 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4600); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,029,484); the Vivo S17t is noticeably lighter (186g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo S17t
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo S17t better?
- Lighter: 186g vs 224g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (72/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1029484
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1146
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 2336
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4600 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 56/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 47/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo S17t vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (98/100 vs 56/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo S17t and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (83/100 vs 47/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17t significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (72/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo S17t | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8050 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1029484 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1146 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2336 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4600 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.2×74.4×7.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 186 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo S17t
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo S17t
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1260x2800
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo S17t
- 4600 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo S17t and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo S17t by 73.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo S17t
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (98/100 vs 56/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo S17t and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (87/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t (83/100 vs 47/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo S17t significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (72/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo S17t or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo S17t by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo S17t and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo S17t has a MobileRank rating of 56/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo S17t or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo S17t or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 56/100).
Should you choose the Vivo S17t 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.