Xiaomi 17T Pro vs Xiaomi Mi 9
The Xiaomi 17T Pro (2026) runs on the MediaTek Dimensity 9500, while the Xiaomi Mi 9 (2019) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 855; launch prices were $899 and $400. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads — 82/100 vs 47/100 (a 35-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17T Pro has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 3300); the main camera is 50 MP vs 48 MP; the Xiaomi 17T Pro is faster in AnTuTu (3,182,664 vs 824,513); the Xiaomi Mi 9 is noticeably lighter (173g vs 205g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Xiaomi 17T Pro
Xiaomi Mi 9
What makes Xiaomi 17T Pro better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3182664 vs 824513
- Better Geekbench Single: 3293 vs 968
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10243 vs 2731
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 3300 mAh
- Faster charging: 100W vs 27W
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Higher refresh rate: 144Hz vs 60Hz
- Faster wireless charging: 50W vs 20W
- Higher performance (93/100 vs 54/100)
- Better camera (63/100 vs 44/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 22/100)
- Better display (94/100 vs 56/100)
What makes Xiaomi Mi 9 better?
- Lighter: 173g vs 205g
- Cheaper at launch: $400 vs $899
- Better portability (79/100 vs 54/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Xiaomi 17T Pro vs the Xiaomi Mi 9, the Xiaomi 17T Pro scores 35 points higher (82/100 vs 47/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (93/100 vs 54/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro leads (87/100 vs 22/100). Value score: Xiaomi 17T Pro — 76/100, Xiaomi Mi 9 — 22/100; 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 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (93/100 vs 54/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (94/100 vs 56/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (63/100 vs 44/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (87/100 vs 22/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (79/100 vs 54/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Xiaomi 17T Pro | Xiaomi Mi 9 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | MediaTek Dimensity 9500 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 855 | |
| AnTuTu | 3182664 | 824513 | |
| Geekbench Single | 3293 | 968 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 10243 | 2731 | |
| Display | 6.8" AMOLED | 6.4" AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 2772x1280 | 2340x1080 | |
| Refresh rate | 144 Hz | 60 Hz | |
| Battery | 7000 mAh | 3300 mAh | |
| Charging | 100W | 27W | |
| Wireless charging | 50W | 20W | |
| Main camera | 50 MP | 48 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 12 MP | 16 MP | |
| Telephoto | 50 MP | 12 MP | |
| Front camera | 32 MP | 20 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 6GB / 8GB | |
| Storage | 512GB / 1TB | 64GB / 128GB | |
| OS | Android 16 | Android 9 | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IP68 | — | |
| Dimensions | — | 157.5×74.7×7.6 mm | |
| Weight | 205 g | 173 g | |
| Launch price | $899 | $400 |
Camera comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- Main: 50MP f/1.6
- Ultrawide: 12MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 32MP
Xiaomi Mi 9
- Main: 48MP f/1.75
- Ultrawide: 16MP
- Telephoto: 12MP
- Front: 20MP
Display comparison
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 6.8" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2772x1280
- Refresh rate: 144 Hz
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 6.4" AMOLED
- Resolution: 2340x1080
- Refresh rate: 60 Hz
Battery and charging
Xiaomi 17T Pro
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 18:30 hrs, total 36:42 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Xiaomi Mi 9
- 3300 mAh
- Wired: 27W
- Wireless: 20W
Overall performance score
We compared Xiaomi 17T Pro and Xiaomi Mi 9, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17T Pro leads Xiaomi Mi 9 by 286.0% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $499. Xiaomi Mi 9 was $499 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (93/100 vs 54/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (94/100 vs 56/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro notably outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (63/100 vs 44/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 (87/100 vs 22/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi Mi 9 notably outperforms the Xiaomi 17T Pro (79/100 vs 54/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro significantly outperforms the Xiaomi Mi 9 by 35 points (82/100 vs 47/100).
What is the rating of the Xiaomi 17T Pro and the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro has a MobileRank rating of 82/100, the Xiaomi Mi 9 — 47/100.
Which has the better camera: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on camera score (63/100 vs 44/100).
Which is more powerful: the Xiaomi 17T Pro or the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro leads on performance (93/100 vs 54/100).
Should you choose the Xiaomi 17T Pro over the Xiaomi Mi 9?
The Xiaomi 17T Pro is a better fit for gamers and power users, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.