Xiaomi 17 vs Xiaomi Mi 11i
The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the Xiaomi Mi 11i (2021) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 888. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 56/100 (a 31-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4520); the main camera is 50 MP vs 108 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,135,878).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi Mi 11i
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1135878
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1500
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3537
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4520 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Lighter: 191g vs 196g
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 64/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 46/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 36/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 11i better?
- Better main camera: 108MP vs 50MP
- Better portability (64/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the Xiaomi Mi 11i, the Xiaomi 17 scores 31 points higher (87/100 vs 56/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (95/100 vs 64/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (81/100 vs 46/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (87/100 vs 36/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11i and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | Xiaomi Mi 11i | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 888 | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | 1135878 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | 1500 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | 3537 | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" Super AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4520 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 108 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 8 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 8GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 128GB / 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 11, MIUI 12 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | 1300 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | IP53 | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 163.7×76.4×7.8 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 196 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Xiaomi Mi 11i
- Main: 108MP f/1.8
- Ultrawide: 8MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 11i
- 6.7" Super AMOLED
- Resolution: 1080x2400
- 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 11i
- 4520 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi Mi 11i, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Xiaomi Mi 11i by 199.7% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
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Xiaomi Mi 11i
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performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (95/100 vs 64/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 79/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (81/100 vs 46/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i (87/100 vs 36/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 11i and the Xiaomi 17 are nearly equal (64/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11i?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 11i by 31 points (87/100 vs 56/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the Xiaomi Mi 11i?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the Xiaomi Mi 11i — 56/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11i?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 46/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17 or the Xiaomi Mi 11i?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 64/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the Xiaomi Mi 11i?
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 11i is a better fit for active users.