Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) vs Xiaomi 17T Pro
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500; launch prices were $892 and $899. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 82/100 (a 5-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,950,082 vs 3,182,664); the Xiaomi 17T Pro is noticeably lighter (205g vs 224g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Xiaomi 17T Pro
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3950082 vs 3182664
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3293
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10243
- Cheaper at launch: $892 vs $899
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 93/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 120Hz
- Lighter: 205g vs 224g
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 83/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (54/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) vs the Xiaomi 17T Pro, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 5 points higher (87/100 vs 82/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 88/100, Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | Xiaomi 17T Pro | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | |
| AnTuTu | 3950082 | 3182664 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 3293 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 10243 | |
| Display | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1200x2608 | 2772x1280 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 144 Hz | |
| Battery | 6800 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 16 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68/IP69 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 224 g | 205 g | |
| Launch price | $892 | $899 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and Xiaomi 17T Pro, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Xiaomi 17T Pro by 24.1% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $7. Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) was $7 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (98/100 vs 93/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (94/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (87/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro is a bit better (54/100 vs 42/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) edges out the Xiaomi 17T Pro by just 5 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi 17T Pro — 82/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 93/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) over the Xiaomi 17T Pro?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.