Xiaomi 17 Max vs ZTE Libero 5G III
The Xiaomi 17 Max (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Libero 5G III (2022) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 700 (). By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads — 88/100 vs 38/100 (a 50-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Max has the bigger battery (8000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 200 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,654,776 vs 515,647).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Max
ZTE Libero 5G III
What makes Xiaomi 17 Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3654776 vs 515647
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 690
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 1736
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 40/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 10/100)
- Longer battery life (90/100 vs 36/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better portability (43/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 50 points higher (88/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max leads (97/100 vs 40/100). 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 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (97/100 vs 40/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | 515647 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 690 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 1736 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" OLED | |
| Resolution | 2608x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | — | |
| Battery | 8000 mAh | 4120 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 | 8 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | — | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 64GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 12 Snow Cone | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 78.0×168.0×9.1 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 Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- Wireless charging: no data
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Max and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Max leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 608.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (97/100 vs 40/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 10/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Xiaomi 17 Max are nearly equal (43/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 50 points (88/100 vs 38/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on camera score (90/100 vs 10/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (97/100 vs 40/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Max over the ZTE Libero 5G III?
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.