Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the 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 Ultra (China) leads — 87/100 vs 38/100 (a 49-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has the bigger battery (6800 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 515,647); the ZTE Libero 5G III is noticeably lighter (207g vs 224g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
Performance 98
Display 81
Camera 87
Battery 83
Portability 42
Value for money 86
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 41
Display 81
Camera 10
Battery 36
Portability 43
Value for money
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) better?
  • Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 515647
  • Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 688
  • Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 1794
  • Bigger battery: 6800 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (98/100 vs 41/100)
  • Better camera (87/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (83/100 vs 36/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Lighter: 207g vs 224g

  • Better portability (43/100 vs 42/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) scores 49 points higher (87/100 vs 38/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (98/100 vs 41/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China): 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.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 3942923 515647
Geekbench Single 3640 688
Geekbench Multi 11033 1794
Display 6.9" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 1200x2608 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6800 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 200 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 512GB / 1TB 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68/IP69
Dimensions 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 224 g 207 g
Launch price $892
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 50MP
87
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 1200x2608
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
81
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
81
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
  • 6800 mAh
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
83
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
36
battery
Overall performance score

We compared Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and ZTE Libero 5G III, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5
87/100
3942923 AnTuTu
ZTE Libero 5G III MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
38/100 -664.7%
515647 AnTuTu

Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads ZTE Libero 5G III by 664.7% in our overall performance rating.

Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
$892
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (98/100 vs 41/100).

display

In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 81/100.

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (83/100 vs 36/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (43/100 vs 42/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 49 points (87/100 vs 38/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 38/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 10/100).

Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) or the ZTE Libero 5G III?

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on performance (98/100 vs 41/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) over the ZTE Libero 5G III?

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 ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.