Quick Verdict
- Choose Xiaomi 17 Ultra if gaming and smooth frame rates are your priority.
- Choose Xiaomi 17 if you want the best value for your money.
- Choose Xiaomi 17 Ultra if raw performance and multitasking are your focus.
Score Comparison
Based on MobileDaam rating systemCategory
Xiaomi 17
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Performance
96.5
100.0 ★
Camera
86.0
86.0
Battery
100.0
100.0
Gaming
98.0
98.5 ★
Overall
95.3
96.4 ★
Value for Money
Best Value ★
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Scores are out of 100. Value for Money = overall score per rupee spent.
Performance Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
100.0/100
Gaming Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
98.5/100
Overall Winner
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
96.4/100
Best Value
Xiaomi 17
Better Value for Money
At a Glance
Category
Winner
⚡ Performance
🏆 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
📷 Camera
Tie
🔋 Battery
Tie
🎮 Gaming
🏆 Xiaomi 17 Ultra
💰 Value
🏆 Xiaomi 17
📱 Display
Screen Size
6.30"
6.90"
Display Type
LTPO AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 68B Colors
LTPO AMOLED Capacitive Touchscreen, 68B Colors
Resolution
1220x2656
1200x2608
Refresh Rate
160 Hz
120 Hz
⚡ Performance
Chipset
Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
Qualcomm SM8850-AC Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 (3 nm)
GPU
Adreno 840
Adreno 840
RAM
12 GB
16 GB
Storage
512 GB
512 GB
📸 Camera
Main Camera
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1/1.31", dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 50 MP, f/2.0, 60mm (telephoto), 1/2.76", PDAF, OIS, 2.6x optical zoom + 50 MP, f/2.4, 17mm, (ultrawide), 1/2.76", dual-LED dual-tone flash
Triple Camera: 50 MP, f/1.7, 23mm (wide), 1.0"-type, dual pixel PDAF, OIS + 200 MP, f/2.4-3.0, 75-100mm (periscope telephoto), 1/1.4", multi-directional PDAF, OIS, 3.2-4.3x continuous optical zoom, zoom ring + 50 MP, f/2.2, 14mm, 115˚ (ultrawide), 1/2.76"
Selfie Camera
50 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), PDAF, HDR, Panorama, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, HDR10+, gyro-EIS)
50 MP, f/2.2, 21mm (wide), 1/2.88", HDR, panorama, Video (4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60fps, gyro-EIS)
Video Recording
8K@30fps (HDR
8K@30fps, 4K@30/60/120fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/480/960/1920fps, gyro-EIS, Dolby Vision HDR 10-bit rec. (4K@60fps, 1080p
🔋 Battery
Battery Capacity
6330 mAh
6800 mAh
Charging
100W wired, PD3.0, QC3+, 100W PPS, 50W wireless, 22.5W reverse wireless, 22.5W reverse wired
90W wired, 90W PPS, PD3.0, QC3+, 50W wireless, 22.5W reverse wired, 10W reverse wireless
📶 Network & Connectivity
5G
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
Wi-Fi
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band, Wi-Fi Dir
Wi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6e/7, dual-band or tri-ban
Bluetooth
5.4 with A2DP, LE, a
5.4, A2DP, LE, aptX
NFC
✓ Yes
✓ Yes
USB
USB Type-C 3.2, Display Port, OTG
USB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2, DisplayPort, OTG
📞 SIM & Audio
SIM Type
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
🎨 Design & Build
Dimensions
151.1 x 71.8 x 8.1 mm
162.9 x 77.6 x 8.3 mm
Weight
191g
218g
Build Material
Glass front (Dragon Crystal Glass), aluminum frame, glass back
Xiaomi Shield Glass 3.0
Colors
Black, Venture Green, Alpine Pink, Ice Blue, White
Black, White, Starlit Green
💻 Software
Operating System
Android 16
Android 16
Our Verdict
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the overall winner in this comparison, scoring 96.4/100 overall. It excels in Performance, Gaming. Xiaomi 17 puts up a strong fight with a score of 95.3/100. However, Xiaomi 17 offers better value for money.
Pros & Cons Comparison
Xiaomi 17
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 100W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Xiaomi 17 Ultra
Pros
- Flagship-grade processor
- Good camera quality
- All-day battery life
- Great for gaming
- 90W fast charging
Cons
- Premium pricing
Frequently Asked Questions
Which is better, Xiaomi 17 or Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is the overall winner with a score of 96.4/100, winning in 2 out of 4 categories.
Which has a better camera, Xiaomi 17 or Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Both phones have identical camera scores.
Which has better battery life?
Both phones have similar battery performance.
Which is better for gaming?
Xiaomi 17 Ultra is better for gaming with a score of 98.5/100.
Which offers better value for money?
Xiaomi 17 offers better value at PKR 329,999 with a value score of 1.4.
What is the price difference between Xiaomi 17 and Xiaomi 17 Ultra?
Xiaomi 17 costs PKR 329,999 while Xiaomi 17 Ultra costs PKR 479,999. The price difference is PKR 150,000.
