Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs ZTE Libero 5G III

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm 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 leads — 82/100 vs 7/100 (a 75-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 Ultra has the bigger battery (6000 mAh vs 4120); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the ZTE Libero 5G III is noticeably lighter (207g vs 226g).

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 75 points (82/100 vs 7/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance 87
Display 100
Camera 93
Battery 72
Design 17
Value for money 41
ZTE Libero 5G III
Performance 0
Display 0
Camera 0
Battery 15
Design 41
Value for money 55
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
  • Bigger battery: 6000 vs 4120 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP

  • Higher performance (87/100 vs 0/100)
  • Better camera (93/100 vs 0/100)
  • Longer battery life (72/100 vs 15/100)
  • Better display (100/100 vs 0/100)
What makes ZTE Libero 5G III better?
  • Lighter: 207g vs 226g

  • Better design/ergonomics (41/100 vs 17/100)
  • Better value for money (55/100 vs 41/100)
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 Ultra vs the ZTE Libero 5G III, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 75 points higher (82/100 vs 7/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III leads (55/100 vs 41/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 0/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (93/100 vs 0/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (72/100 vs 15/100). In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (41/100 vs 17/100). In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

Xiaomi 17 Ultra: The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts.
ZTE Libero 5G III: The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 17 Ultra ZTE Libero 5G III
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 MediaTek Dimensity 700 ()
AnTuTu 3593401
Geekbench Single 3640
Geekbench Multi 11033
Display 6.8" LTPO AMOLED 6.7" OLED
Resolution 3200x1440 1080x2400
Refresh rate 120 Hz
Battery 6000 mAh 4120 mAh
Charging 90W
Wireless charging 50W 0W
DXOMark (camera) 166
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 200 MP 0 MP
Front camera 32 MP 8 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB / 1TB 64GB
OS Android 16 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes yes
Protection IP68
Dimensions 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm 78.0×168.0×9.1 mm
Weight 226 g 207 g
Price $999
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • Main: 50MP f/1.63
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 200MP
  • Front: 32MP
93
camera
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 8MP
0
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 3200x1440
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
100
display
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 6.7" OLED
  • Resolution: 1080x2400
  • Refresh rate: —
0
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
  • 6000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
  • Wired: 90W
  • Wireless: 50W
72
battery
ZTE Libero 5G III
  • 4120 mAh
  • No wireless charging
15
battery
Benchmarks
Price and availability
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
$999
ZTE Libero 5G III
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
performance

In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (87/100 vs 0/100).

display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (100/100 vs 0/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (93/100 vs 0/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III (72/100 vs 15/100).

design

In the "design" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (41/100 vs 17/100).

value for money

In the "value for money" category, the ZTE Libero 5G III is a bit better (55/100 vs 41/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra significantly outperforms the ZTE Libero 5G III by 75 points (82/100 vs 7/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the ZTE Libero 5G III — 7/100.

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on performance (87/100 vs 0/100).

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

The Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts. The ZTE Libero 5G III is a better fit for everyday use.