Xiaomi 17 vs Xiaomi 17 Ultra
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (2026) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $709 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 89/100 vs 87/100 (a 2-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,600,724 vs 3,248,535); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 226g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 226g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $999
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17 Ultra better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3600724 vs 3248535
- Better Geekbench Single: 3639 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11047 vs 10162
- Higher performance (97/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 2 points higher (89/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 81/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 — 88/100, Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3248535 | 3600724 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 3639 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 11047 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 3200x1440 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 90W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 166 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 200 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB / 1TB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 162.9×77.6×8.3 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 226 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | $999 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6.8" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 3200x1440
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- 6000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 16:09 hrs, total 33:23 hrs
- Wired: 90W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 by 9.8% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $290. Xiaomi 17 was $290 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (97/100 vs 95/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is a bit better (93/100 vs 81/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (87/100 vs 80/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17 Ultra (63/100 vs 40/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 2 points — the two devices are very close in overall level.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra — 89/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads on camera score (93/100 vs 81/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
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 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.