Xiaomi 13T vs Xiaomi 17
The Xiaomi 13T (2023) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $450 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 63/100 (a 24-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,175,951).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 13T
Xiaomi 17
What makes Xiaomi 13T better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Cheaper at launch: $450 vs $709
- Better display (93/100 vs 85/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1175951
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1050
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3700
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 191g vs 197g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 61/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 60/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 53/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 13T vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 24 points higher (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Xiaomi 13T — 50/100, Xiaomi 17 — 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 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (95/100 vs 61/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (81/100 vs 60/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (87/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 13T | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8200 Ultra | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1175951 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1050 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3700 | 10162 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 123 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 20 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 8GB / 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 2600 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.2×75.7×8.5 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 197 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $450 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 13T
- Main: 50MP f/1.9
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 20MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 13T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 13T
- 5000 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 13T and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi 13T by 65.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $259. Xiaomi 13T was $259 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (95/100 vs 61/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 13T is a bit better (93/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (81/100 vs 60/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T (87/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 55/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 13T by 24 points (87/100 vs 63/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 13T and the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 13T has a MobileRank rating of 63/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 60/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 13T or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 61/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 13T over the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 13T is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.