Xiaomi 17 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (2025) runs on the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $709 and $892. Both devices score the same overall rating of 87/100. Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6800); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is faster in AnTuTu (3,942,923 vs 3,274,157); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 224g).
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 224g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $892
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 83/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 81/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 42/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3942923 vs 3274157
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10162
- Higher performance (98/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (87/100 vs 81/100)
The Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) received the same MobileRank rating — 87/100. Value score: Xiaomi 17 — 86/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 86/100; it is biased by price level, so it should not be compared directly between devices at different prices. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (63/100 vs 42/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3274157 | 3942923 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 11033 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.9" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1200x2608 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68/IP69 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 224 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | $892 |
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6.9" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 1200x2608
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)
- 6800 mAh
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China), covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads Xiaomi 17 by 17.0% in our overall performance rating.
Launch price difference: $183. Xiaomi 17 was $183 cheaper at launch.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (98/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (85/100 vs 81/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) is a bit better (87/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) are nearly equal (87/100 vs 83/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) (63/100 vs 42/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
Both devices scored 87/100. The choice depends on your priorities: if performance matters more — go with the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China) leads on camera score (87/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (China)?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers. 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.