Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads — 88/100 vs 69/100 (a 19-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the bigger battery (7500 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is faster in AnTuTu (3,998,145 vs 1,100,336); per DXOMark lab testing, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has the stronger camera (159 vs 141); the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably lighter (219g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 17 Pro Max better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3998145 vs 1100336
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7500 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 219g vs 234g
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (89/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (48/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra better?
- Faster wireless charging: 67W vs 50W
- Better display (89/100 vs 81/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max vs the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max scores 19 points higher (88/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (98/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (89/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Pro Max | Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3998145 | 1100336 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7500 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 159 | 141 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.0 mm | 164.3×74.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 219 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- Main: 50MP f/1.69
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max
- 7500 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:28 hrs, total 36:26 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 67W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra by 263.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (98/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (87/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (89/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a bit better (48/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 19 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max has a MobileRank rating of 88/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on camera score (87/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max leads on performance (98/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Pro Max over the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Pro Max is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra is a better fit for active users.