Vivo Y81 vs Xiaomi 17
The Vivo Y81 (2018) runs on the MediaTek Helio P22, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 18/100 (a 69-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3260); the main camera is 13 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 177,554); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Vivo Y81 doesn't; the Vivo Y81 is noticeably lighter (146g vs 191g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Vivo Y81
Xiaomi 17
What makes Vivo Y81 better?
- Lighter: 146g vs 191g
- Better portability (85/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 177554
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 233
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 723
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3260 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 10/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 39/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Vivo Y81 vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 69 points higher (87/100 vs 18/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (95/100 vs 10/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (85/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (87/100 vs 15/100). In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y81 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (85/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Vivo Y81 | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Helio P22 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 177554 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 233 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 723 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.2" IPS LCD | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 720x1520 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | — | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 3260 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| Main camera | 13 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 5 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 4GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 32GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 8.1 (Oreo); Funtouch 4 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | — | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | — | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 155.1×75.0×7.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 146 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Vivo Y81
- Main: 13MP f/2.2
- Front: 5MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Vivo Y81
- 6.2" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1520
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Vivo Y81
- 3260 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Vivo Y81 and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Vivo Y81 by 94.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Vivo Y81
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (95/100 vs 10/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (85/100 vs 39/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (81/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 (87/100 vs 15/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Vivo Y81 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 (85/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Vivo Y81 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Vivo Y81 by 69 points (87/100 vs 18/100).
What is the rating of the Vivo Y81 and the Xiaomi 17?
The Vivo Y81 has a MobileRank rating of 18/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Vivo Y81 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Vivo Y81 or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Vivo Y81 over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.