Xiaomi 17 Max vs Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (2025) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 5/100 (a 79-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra doesn't.
Xiaomi 17 Max
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 0/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (50/100 vs 26/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 79 points higher (84/100 vs 5/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 0/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (83/100 vs 0/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 1.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 466x466 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | — | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | — | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | — | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | — | |
| OS | Android 16 | — | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1000 nits | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Weight | 219 g | — | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- Main: —
- Front: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- 1.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 466x466
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
- —
- No wireless charging
Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (90/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra (83/100 vs 0/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (50/100 vs 26/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra by 79 points (84/100 vs 5/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra — 5/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi Black Shark GS3 Ultra is a better fit for everyday use.