Xiaomi 17 vs ZTE Blade V50
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 (2025) and the ZTE Blade V50 (2023) on specs and benchmarks. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 49/100 (a 38-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4800).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
ZTE Blade V50
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4800 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 33W
- Better camera (81/100 vs 32/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 42/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 79/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50 better?
- Lighter: 178g vs 191g
- Better portability (72/100 vs 63/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the ZTE Blade V50, the Xiaomi 17 scores 38 points higher (87/100 vs 49/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 42/100). 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 ZTE Blade V50 (81/100 vs 32/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (87/100 vs 42/100). In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17 | ZTE Blade V50 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | — | |
| AnTuTu | 3404616 | — | |
| Geekbench Single | 3566 | — | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10162 | — | |
| Display | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | 6.7" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2656x1200 | 1080x2400 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 4800 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 33W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 0W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 0 MP | |
| Front camera | 50 MP | 16 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB / 16GB | 6GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB | |
| OS | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | Android 13 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 3500 nits | — | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | 161.9×72.8×8.0 mm | |
| Weight | 191 g | 178 g | |
| Launch price | $709 | — |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
ZTE Blade V50
- Main: 50MP f/1.8
- Front: 16MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
ZTE Blade V50
- 6.7" 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
ZTE Blade V50
- 4800 mAh
- Wired: 33W
- No wireless charging
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
ZTE Blade V50
Price unknownDetailed category analysis
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 ZTE Blade V50 (81/100 vs 32/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 (87/100 vs 42/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the ZTE Blade V50 is a bit better (72/100 vs 63/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50 by 38 points (87/100 vs 49/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Blade V50 — 49/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 32/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the ZTE Blade V50?
The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.