Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; estimated prices are $999 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 84/100 vs 82/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 3,593,401); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the stronger camera (166 vs 159).
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 3593401
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 2160Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 219g vs 226g
- Higher performance (92/100 vs 87/100)
- Longer battery life (82/100 vs 72/100)
- Better design/ergonomics (26/100 vs 17/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 87/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 2 points higher (84/100 vs 82/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100). In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3998145 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3640 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11033 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 2160 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16, HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 226 g | |
| Price | $999 | $999 |
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 2160 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi 17 Ultra by 11.3% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $0. Same price.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (92/100 vs 87/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 100/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 87/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (82/100 vs 72/100).
design
In the "design" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (26/100 vs 17/100).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, both devices are on the same level — 41/100.
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max edges out the Xiaomi 17 Ultra by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 84/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 87/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (92/100 vs 87/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life. The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.