Xiaomi 17 Max vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 39/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't.
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 5000 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- 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 54/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better portability (52/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 49 points higher (88/100 vs 39/100). 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 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (81/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (90/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | ZTE Blade V50S 2023 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Spreadtrum Unisoc | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" LCD IPS | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2408 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | — | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | — | |
| Main camera | 200 MP | 13 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 5 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | no | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 207 g | |
| Launch price | $799 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 5MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- 6.6" LCD IPS
- Resolution: 1080x2408
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
- 5000 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (81/100 vs 54/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (90/100 vs 66/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a bit better (52/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 49 points (88/100 vs 39/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 39/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?
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.