Vivo X Fold5 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Vivo X Fold5 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1160 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 77/100 (a 12-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 2,345,563); the Vivo X Fold5 is thinner (4.3mm vs 8.3mm).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X Fold5
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Vivo X Fold5 better?
- Lighter: 217g vs 226g
- Better portability (65/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 2345563
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2203
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 6511
- Faster charging: 90W vs 80W
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 40W
- Cheaper at launch: $999 vs $1160
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 82/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 74/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 76/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X Fold5 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 12 points higher (89/100 vs 77/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 74/100). Value score: Vivo X Fold5 — 64/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 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 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (97/100 vs 82/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (93/100 vs 74/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X Fold5 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2345563 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2203 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 6511 | 11047 | |
| Display | 8.0" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2200x2480 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 80W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 40W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 15 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP58 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 159.7×142.3×4.3 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 217 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $1160 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Vivo X Fold5
- 8.0" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2200x2480
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo X Fold5
- 6000 mAh
- Wired: 80W
- Wireless: 40W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X Fold5 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Vivo X Fold5 by 34.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $161. Xiaomi 17 Ultra was $161 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (97/100 vs 82/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Vivo X Fold5 (93/100 vs 74/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Vivo X Fold5 are nearly equal (80/100 vs 76/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X Fold5 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (65/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably better than the Vivo X Fold5 — the overall rating gap is 12 points.
What is the rating of the Vivo X Fold5 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo X Fold5 has a MobileRank rating of 77/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 74/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X Fold5 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 82/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X Fold5 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Vivo X Fold5 is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.