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 — 84/100 vs 7/100 (a 77-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.
Xiaomi 17 Max
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Bigger battery: 8000 vs 4120 mAh
- Better main camera: 200MP vs 13MP
- Higher performance (88/100 vs 0/100)
- Better camera (90/100 vs 0/100)
- Longer battery life (83/100 vs 15/100)
- Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
- Lighter: 207g vs 219g
- Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 26/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Max vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi 17 Max scores 77 points higher (84/100 vs 7/100). 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 15/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (88/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (41/100 vs 26/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 55/100.
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Max | ZTE Libero 5G III | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 700 () | |
| AnTuTu | 3654776 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | — | |
| 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 | 0W | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $799 | — |
Xiaomi 17 Max
- Main: 200MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Libero 5G III
- Main: 13MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2608x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 6.7" OLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: —
Xiaomi 17 Max
- 8000 mAh
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Libero 5G III
- 4120 mAh
- No wireless charging
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknownperformance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (88/100 vs 0/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (90/100 vs 0/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 15/100).
design
In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Max (41/100 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 ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 77 points (84/100 vs 7/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Max and the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.
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 0/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Max or the ZTE Libero 5G III?
The Xiaomi 17 Max leads on performance (88/100 vs 0/100).
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. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.