Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 58/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 5020); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 1,135,878); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is noticeably lighter (226g vs 317g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 5020 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 67W
- Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
- Lighter: 226g vs 317g
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 51/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 53/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 67/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Overall rating 58/100
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 31 points higher (89/100 vs 58/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (97/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (89/100 vs 67/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (93/100 vs 51/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (80/100 vs 53/100). In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3600724 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 8.0" Foldable AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1860x2480 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 90 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 5020 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 166 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 13 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 8 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 10, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 900 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | — | |
| Weight | 226 g | 317 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 13MP
- Telephoto: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- 8.0" Foldable AMOLED
- Resolution: 1860x2480
- Refresh rate: 90 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
- 5020 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 Ultra and Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold by 217.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (97/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (89/100 vs 67/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (93/100 vs 51/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold (80/100 vs 53/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, both devices are on the same level — 40/100.
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold by 31 points (89/100 vs 58/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold — 58/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 51/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (97/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra over the Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. The Xiaomi Mi Mix Fold is a better fit for active users.