Xiaomi 17 vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 69/100 (a 18-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,100,336); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 234g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1100336
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 67W
- Lighter: 191g vs 234g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 73/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 68/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 34/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra better?
- Faster wireless charging: 67W vs 50W
- Better display (89/100 vs 85/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, the Xiaomi 17 scores 18 points higher (87/100 vs 69/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (87/100 vs 68/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (63/100 vs 34/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | 1100336 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.8" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1440x3200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 5000 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 67W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 67W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | — | 141 | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB / 12GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 11, MIUI 12.5 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1700 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 164.3×74.6×8.4 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 234 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- Main: 50MP f/2.0
- Ultrawide: 48MP
- Telephoto: 48MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 1440x3200
- 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 Mi 11 Ultra
- 5000 mAh
- Wired: 67W
- Wireless: 67W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra by 209.4% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (89/100 vs 85/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 73/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (87/100 vs 68/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (63/100 vs 34/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 is noticeably better than the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra — the overall rating gap is 18 points.
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra — 69/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 73/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the Xiaomi Mi 11 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 Mi 11 Ultra is a better fit for active users.