Xiaomi 17 Max vs ZTE Blade A35
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade A35 (2024) runs on the Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 36/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 8 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade A35 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
ZTE Blade A35
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 8MP
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 66/100)
- Better display (81/100 vs 43/100)
What makes ZTE Blade A35 better?
- Better portability (46/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Blade A35, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 52 points higher (88/100 vs 36/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (81/100 vs 43/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A35 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | ZTE Blade A35 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" IPS LCD | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 720x1612 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 2 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 2GB / 4GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 14 (Go edition) | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 167.7×77.4×8.5 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | — | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade A35
- Main: 8MP
- Front: 2MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade A35
- 6.8" IPS LCD
- Resolution: 720x1612
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade A35
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade A35
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (81/100 vs 43/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade A35 is a bit better (46/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade A35 by 52 points (88/100 vs 36/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Blade A35 — 36/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade A35?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the ZTE Blade A35?
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.