Xiaomi 11i vs Xiaomi 17
The Xiaomi 11i (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G, 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 54/100 (a 33-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5160); the main camera is 108 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,248,535 vs 750,481); the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi 11i doesn't; the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 11i
Xiaomi 17
What makes Xiaomi 11i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 54/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3248535 vs 750481
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 936
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 2318
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5160 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 191g vs 207g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 51/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 56/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 11i vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 33 points higher (87/100 vs 54/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 51/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (95/100 vs 51/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (81/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 11i | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 920 5G | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 750481 | 3248535 | |
| Geekbench Single | 936 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 2318 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1080x2400 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5160 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 108 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 0 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 16 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 6GB / 8GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 128GB / 256GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1200 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | no | yes | |
| Protection | IP53 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 163.7×76.2×8.3 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 207 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | — | $709 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 16MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 11i
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 11i
- 5160 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 11i and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi 11i by 76.9% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 11i
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (95/100 vs 51/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (81/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i (87/100 vs 56/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 11i by 33 points (87/100 vs 54/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 11i and the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 11i has a MobileRank rating of 54/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 11i or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 51/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 11i 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.