Xiaomi 17 Max vs ZTE Blade V50

The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) is priced at $799, the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) at $351. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 84/100 vs 32/100 (a 52-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4800); the main camera is 200 MP vs 50 MP; the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 219g).

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
Performance 88
Display 100
Camera 90
Battery 83
Design 26
Value for money 55
ZTE Blade V50
Performance 0
Display 100
Camera 27
Battery 35
Design 77
Value for money 86
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
  • Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4800 mAh
  • Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
  • Better main camera: 200MP vs 50MP

  • Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (90/100 vs 27/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 35/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
  • Lighter: 178g vs 219g
  • Cheaper: $351 vs $799

  • Better design/ergonomics (77/100 vs 26/100)
  • Better value for money (86/100 vs 55/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 52 points higher (84/100 vs 32/100). 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 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 leads (86/100 vs 55/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (90/100 vs 27/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (83/100 vs 35/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (77/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).

Xiaomi 17 Max: The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life.
ZTE Blade V50: The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 17 Max ZTE Blade V50
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
AnTuTu 3654776
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.9" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" AMOLED
Resolution 2608x1200 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz 120 Hz
Battery 8000 mAh 4800 mAh
Charging 100W 33W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
Main camera 200 MP 50 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 16 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB 6GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 Android 13
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm
Weight 219 g 178 g
Price $799 $351
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 32MP
90
camera
ZTE Blade V50
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.8
  • Front: 16MP
27
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2608x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Blade V50
  • 6.7" AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
  • 8000 mAh
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
ZTE Blade V50
  • 4800 mAh
  • Wired: 33W
  • No wireless charging
35
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 17 Max
$799
ZTE Blade V50
$351

Price difference: $448. ZTE Blade V50 is cheaper by $448.

Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (88/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (90/100 vs 27/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (83/100 vs 35/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (77/100 vs 26/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (86/100 vs 55/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 52 points (84/100 vs 32/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 32/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 27/100).

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the ZTE Blade V50?

The Xiaomi 17 Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The ZTE Blade V50 is a better fit for budget-conscious buyers.