Vivo X90s vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Vivo X90s (2023) 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 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4810); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,822,096); the Vivo X90s is noticeably lighter (197g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo X90s
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Vivo X90s better?
- Faster charging: 120W vs 90W
- Lighter: 197g vs 224g
- Better display (84/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (55/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1822096
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1917
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4509
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4810 mAh
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 74/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 47/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 61/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo X90s vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X90s (98/100 vs 74/100). In the "display" category, the Vivo X90s 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 X90s (87/100 vs 47/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X90s (83/100 vs 61/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90s is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo X90s | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9200+ | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1822096 | 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 | 4810 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 120W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 12 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 13, OriginOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1300 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP64 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 164.1×74.4×8.5 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | — | $892 |
Camera comparison
Vivo X90s
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo X90s
- 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 X90s
- 4810 mAh
- Wired: 120W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo X90s and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Vivo X90s by 53.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo X90s
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X90s (98/100 vs 74/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Vivo X90s 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 X90s (87/100 vs 47/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Vivo X90s (83/100 vs 61/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo X90s is a bit better (55/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo X90s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Vivo X90s by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo X90s and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X90s has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo X90s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 47/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo X90s or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 74/100).
Should you choose the Vivo X90s over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Vivo X90s 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.