Vivo X100s vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo X100s (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9300+, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $699 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 78/100 (a 9-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5100); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 2,233,931); the Vivo X100s is noticeably lighter (203g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X100s
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo X100s better?
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 203g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $699 vs $892
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (59/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 2233931
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 2249
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 7352
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5100 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 83/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 84/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 62/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X100s vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 9 points higher (87/100 vs 78/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 62/100). Value score: Vivo X100s — 70/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 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 (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (98/100 vs 83/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X100s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Vivo X100s are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (83/100 vs 62/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (59/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X100s | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9300+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 2233931 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 2249 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 7352 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1260x2800 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5100 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 64 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14, OriginOS 4 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 163.1×75.8×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 203 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $699 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X100s
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 64MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X100s
- 6.8" LTPO 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 X100s
- 5100 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X100s and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo X100s by 43.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $193. Vivo X100s was $193 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (98/100 vs 83/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X100s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (84/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Vivo X100s are nearly equal (87/100 vs 84/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X100s (83/100 vs 62/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X100s notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (59/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X100s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Vivo X100s by just 9 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Vivo X100s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X100s has a MobileRank rating of 78/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X100s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 83/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X100s over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X100s is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. 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.