Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $799 and $892. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 87/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 6800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,654,776).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP
- Lighter: 219g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $799 vs $892
- Better camera (90/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 83/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3654776
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 97/100)
- Better portability (42/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 1 points higher (88/100 vs 87/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Max — 90/100, 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) and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 3950082 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | — | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | $892 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Xiaomi 17 Max by 7.5% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $93. Xiaomi 17 Max was $93 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (98/100 vs 97/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (90/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max is a bit better (90/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (42/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) by just 1 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.