Xiaomi 14T vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Xiaomi 14T (2024) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $449 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 69/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 1,598,339); the Xiaomi 14T is noticeably lighter (195g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 14T
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Xiaomi 14T better?
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 195g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $892
- Better display (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (64/100 vs 42/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 1598339
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1256
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 4207
- Bigger battery: 6800 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 68/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 53/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 14T vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 18 points higher (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 53/100). Value score: Xiaomi 14T — 62/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 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 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (98/100 vs 68/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (83/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 14T | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 8300 Ultra | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1598339 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1256 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 4207 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.7" AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2712x1220 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 5000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 67W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 0W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 134 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 14 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 4000 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 160.5×75.1×7.8 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 195 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $449 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 14T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 14T
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2712x1220
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 14T
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 14T and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Xiaomi 14T by 59.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $443. Xiaomi 14T was $443 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (98/100 vs 68/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 14T is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (87/100 vs 68/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 14T (83/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 14T notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (64/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 14T — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 14T and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 14T has a MobileRank rating of 69/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 68/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 14T or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 68/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 14T over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 14T 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.