Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs ZTE Blade V50
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 49/100 (a 40-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4800); the ZTE Blade V50 is noticeably lighter (178g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
ZTE Blade V50
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 90W vs 33W
- Better camera (93/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (80/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 226g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 40/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 40 points higher (89/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (80/100 vs 42/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (93/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (80/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | ZTE Blade V50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3667711 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3639 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 11047 | — | |
| Display | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 3200x1440 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 6000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 90W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 166 | — | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 200 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 226 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $999 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
ZTE Blade V50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V50
- 6.7" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
ZTE Blade V50
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (89/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (93/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (80/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (72/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 40 points (89/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 89/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 Ultra over the ZTE Blade V50?
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.