Vivo T3 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

The Vivo T3 Ultra (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9200+, 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 66/100 (a 21-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,870,185); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo T3 Ultra doesn't; the Vivo T3 Ultra is noticeably lighter (192g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).

Profile comparison

Category scores

Vivo T3 Ultra

Performance 75
Display 84
Camera 44
Battery 62
Portability 68
Value for money —

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 88

What makes Vivo T3 Ultra better?

  • Lighter: 192g vs 224g

  • Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
  • Better portability (68/100 vs 42/100)

What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?

  • Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1870185
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1917
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4509
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 80W

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 75/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 44/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 62/100)

Comparison verdict

Comparing the Vivo T3 Ultra vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 21 points higher (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 75/100). 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 62/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (98/100 vs 75/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra 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 T3 Ultra (87/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).

Vivo T3 Ultra: The Vivo T3 Ultra is a better fit for active users.
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.

Specs comparison

Specification Vivo T3 Ultra Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Processor MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 1870185 3950082
Geekbench Single 1917 3639
Geekbench Multi 4509 11047
Display 6.8" AMOLED 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 1260x2800 1200x2608
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 5500 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 8GB / 12GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 14, Funtouch 14 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 4500 nits —
NFC no yes
Protection IP68 IP68/IP69
Dimensions 164.2×74.9×7.6 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 192 g 224 g
Launch price — $892

Camera comparison

Vivo T3 Ultra

  • Main: 50MP f/1.9
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 50MP
44
camera

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • Main: 50MP f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera

Display comparison

Vivo T3 Ultra

  • 6.8" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1260x2800
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
84
display

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display

Battery and charging

Vivo T3 Ultra

  • 5500 mAh
  • Wired: 80W
  • No wireless charging
62
battery

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery

Overall performance score

We compared Vivo T3 Ultra and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Vivo T3 Ultra MediaTek Dimensity 9200+
66/100
1870185 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100 +52.7%
3950082 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo T3 Ultra by 52.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks

Launch prices and where to check today's

Vivo T3 Ultra

Price unknown

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)

$892

Detailed category analysis

performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (98/100 vs 75/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra 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 T3 Ultra (87/100 vs 44/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra (83/100 vs 62/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Vivo T3 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (68/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions

Which is better: the Vivo T3 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo T3 Ultra by 21 points (87/100 vs 66/100).

What is the rating of the Vivo T3 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Vivo T3 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 66/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.

Which has the better camera: the Vivo T3 Ultra 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 T3 Ultra or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 75/100).

Should you choose the Vivo T3 Ultra over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?

The Vivo T3 Ultra is a better fit for active users. 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.