Xiaomi 17 vs Xiaomi 17T
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi 17T (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra; launch prices were $709 and $449. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 72/100 (a 15-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 6500); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 2,173,332).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi 17T
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 2173332
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1555
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 6405
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 6500 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 77/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 63/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 63/100)
What makes Xiaomi 17T better?
- Lighter: 185g vs 191g
- Cheaper at launch: $449 vs $709
- Better portability (74/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the Xiaomi 17T, the Xiaomi 17 scores 15 points higher (87/100 vs 72/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 77/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 63/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17 — 88/100, Xiaomi 17T — 68/100; 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 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (95/100 vs 77/100). In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100. In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (81/100 vs 63/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi 17T | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | MediaTek Dimensity 8500 Ultra | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | 2173332 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 1555 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 6405 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.6" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 2756x1268 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 6500 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 32 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 16 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | — | |
| Weight | 191 g | 185 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | $449 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi 17T
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17T
- 6.6" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2756x1268
- 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 17T
- 6500 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17T, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi 17T by 56.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $260. Xiaomi 17T was $260 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (95/100 vs 77/100).
display
In the "display" category, both devices are on the same level — 85/100.
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (81/100 vs 63/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T (87/100 vs 63/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17T is a bit better (74/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi 17T — the overall rating gap is 15 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi 17T — 72/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 63/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi 17T?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 77/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the Xiaomi 17T?
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 17T is a better fit for active users.