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; estimated prices are $709 and $999. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads — 88/100 vs 87/100 (a 1-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6000); the Xiaomi 17 Ultra is faster in AnTuTu (3,593,401 vs 3,274,157); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 226g).
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 90W
- Lighter: 191g vs 226g
- Cheaper: $709 vs $999
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 80/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 40/100)
- Higher AnTuTu: 3593401 vs 3274157
- Better Geekbench Single: 3640 vs 3566
- Better Geekbench Multi: 11033 vs 10162
- Higher performance (96/100 vs 95/100)
- Better camera (93/100 vs 81/100)
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
- Better value for money (88/100 vs 86/100)
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the Xiaomi 17 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra scores 1 points higher (88/100 vs 87/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads (93/100 vs 81/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (96/100 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). In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi 17 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 3274157 | 3593401 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 3640 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 11033 | |
| 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 | |
| Price | $709 | $999 |
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/1.63
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 200MP
- Front: 32MP
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
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
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 Ultra leads Xiaomi 17 by 8.9% in our overall performance rating.
Price difference: $290. Xiaomi 17 is cheaper by $290.
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (96/100 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).
value for money
In the "value for money" category, the Xiaomi 17 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (88/100 vs 86/100).
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 Ultra edges out the Xiaomi 17 by just 1 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 — 88/100.
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.