Xiaomi 13 Lite vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra

The Xiaomi 13 Lite (2023) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $400 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 82/100 vs 35/100 (a 47-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4500); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 840,330); the Xiaomi 13 Lite is noticeably lighter (171g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite by 47 points (82/100 vs 35/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 13 Lite
Performance 1
Display 100
Camera 37
Battery 35
Design 86
Value for money 82
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
What makes Xiaomi 13 Lite better?
  • Lighter: 171g vs 226g
  • Cheaper: $400 vs $999

  • Better design/ergonomics (86/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better value for money (82/100 vs 41/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 840330
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 1039
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 2885
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4500 mAh
  • Faster charging: 90W vs 67W

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 1/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 37/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 35/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 13 Lite vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 47 points higher (82/100 vs 35/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 1/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite leads (82/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (87/100 vs 1/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (93/100 vs 37/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (72/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (86/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (82/100 vs 41/100).

Xiaomi 13 Lite: The Xiaomi 13 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 13 Lite Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1 Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 840330 3593401
Geekbench Single 1039 3640
Geekbench Multi 2885 11033
Display 6.5" AMOLED 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
Resolution 2400x1080 3200x1440
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 4500 mAh 6000 mAh
Charging 67W 90W
Wireless charging 0W 50W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 8 MP 50 MP
Telephoto 0 MP 200 MP
Front camera 32 MP 32 MP
RAM 8GB 12GB / 16GB
Storage 128GB / 256GB 256GB / 512GB / 1TB
OS Android 12 Android 16
Brightness (peak) 1000 nits 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP53 IP68
Dimensions 159.2×72.7×7.2 mm 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm
Weight 171 g 226 g
Price $400 $999
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 13 Lite
  • Main: 50MP f/1.8
  • Ultrawide: 8MP
  • Front: 32MP
37
camera
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 13 Lite
  • 6.5" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2400x1080
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 13 Lite
  • 4500 mAh
  • Wired: 67W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Xiaomi 13 Lite and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Xiaomi 13 Lite Qualcomm Snapdragon 7 Gen 1
35/100
840330 AnTuTu
Xiaomi 17 Ultra Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
82/100 +76.6%
3593401 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi 13 Lite by 76.6% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 13 Lite
$400
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999

Price difference: $599. Xiaomi 13 Lite is cheaper by $599.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (87/100 vs 1/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (93/100 vs 37/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite (72/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (86/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 13 Lite significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (82/100 vs 41/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 13 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13 Lite by 47 points (82/100 vs 35/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 13 Lite and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 13 Lite has a MobileRank rating of 35/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 13 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 37/100).

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 13 Lite or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 1/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 13 Lite over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?

The Xiaomi 13 Lite is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.