Xiaomi 17 vs ZTE Blade V50S 2023

The Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5, while the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (2023) runs on the Spreadtrum Unisoc. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 39/100 (a 48-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 5000); the main camera is 50 MP vs 13 MP; the Xiaomi 17 has NFC for contactless payments, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 doesn't; the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 207g).

The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 48 points (87/100 vs 39/100).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17
Performance 95
Display 85
Camera 81
Battery 87
Portability 63
Value for money 86
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Performance
Display 54
Camera 10
Battery 66
Portability 52
Value for money
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
  • Bigger battery: 7000 vs 5000 mAh
  • Better main camera: 50MP vs 13MP
  • Higher refresh rate: 120Hz vs 90Hz
  • Lighter: 191g vs 207g

  • Better camera (81/100 vs 10/100)
  • Longer battery life (87/100 vs 66/100)
  • Better display (85/100 vs 54/100)
  • Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
What makes ZTE Blade V50S 2023 better?

  • Overall rating 39/100
Comparison verdict

Comparing the Xiaomi 17 vs the ZTE Blade V50S 2023, the Xiaomi 17 scores 48 points higher (87/100 vs 39/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (85/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (81/100 vs 10/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (87/100 vs 66/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

Xiaomi 17: The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.
ZTE Blade V50S 2023: The ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.
Specs comparison
Specification Xiaomi 17 ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Processor Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 Spreadtrum Unisoc
AnTuTu 3274157
Geekbench Single 3566
Geekbench Multi 10162
Display 6.3" LTPO AMOLED 6.6" LCD IPS
Resolution 2656x1200 1080x2408
Refresh rate 120 Hz 90 Hz
Battery 7000 mAh 5000 mAh
Charging 100W
Wireless charging 50W
Main camera 50 MP 13 MP
Ultrawide 50 MP 0 MP
Telephoto 50 MP 0 MP
Front camera 50 MP 5 MP
RAM 12GB / 16GB
Storage 256GB / 512GB 256GB
OS Android 16 / HyperOS 3 Android 12 Snow Cone
Brightness (peak) 3500 nits
NFC yes no
Protection IP68
Dimensions 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm 165.0×76.1×8.3 mm
Weight 191 g 207 g
Launch price $709
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17
  • Main: 50MP f/f/1.7
  • Ultrawide: 50MP
  • Telephoto: 50MP
  • Front: 50MP
81
camera
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • Main: 13MP
  • Front: 5MP
10
camera
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17
  • 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
  • Resolution: 2656x1200
  • Refresh rate: 120 Hz
85
display
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 6.6" LCD IPS
  • Resolution: 1080x2408
  • Refresh rate: 90 Hz
54
display
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17
  • 7000 mAh
  • NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
  • Wired: 100W
  • Wireless: 50W
87
battery
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
  • 5000 mAh
  • Wireless charging: no data
66
battery
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Xiaomi 17
$709
ZTE Blade V50S 2023
Price unknown
Detailed category analysis
display

In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (85/100 vs 54/100).

camera

In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (81/100 vs 10/100).

battery

In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 (87/100 vs 66/100).

portability

In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).

Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 by 48 points (87/100 vs 39/100).

What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17 and the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Xiaomi 17 has a MobileRank rating of 87/100, the ZTE Blade V50S 2023 — 39/100.

Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17 or the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 10/100).

Should you choose the Xiaomi 17 over the ZTE Blade V50S 2023?

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 ZTE Blade V50S 2023 is a better fit for everyday use.