Asus Zenfone 10 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Asus Zenfone 10 vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 4300mAh vs 5500mAh…
Asus
Zenfone 10
$649
3categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
15categories won
3 categories tied · 21 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 17 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 17 Pro proves superior overall against the Asus Zenfone 10, outperforming on gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 17 Pro leads with superior optics, while battery endurance leans towards the 17 Pro. Choose the 17 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Zenfone 10 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
17 Pro takes battery honors offering 5,500 mAh alongside 90W charging.
17 Pro provides greater sustained gaming output with its Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite and 16GB RAM.
17 Pro takes photography with 50MP optics and 3.2x optical telephoto capabilities.
Zenfone 10 provides a sharper value proposition, coming in at $649 vs $999.
Category verdicts are computed algorithmically from verified technical specifications and hardware benchmarks. Rows where neither figure is objectively better — screen size preference, operating system choice, aesthetic build materials — are displayed for direct reference without scoring bias.
Zenfone 10 vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 5.92" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1080 x 2400 | 1200 x 2670Winner |
| Pixel density | 445 ppi | 460 ppiWinner |
| Refresh rate | 144 HzWinner | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 1100 nits | 3200 nitsWinner |
Performance
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 4 nm | 3 nmWinner |
| AnTuTu score | 1,560,000 | 3,060,000Winner |
| Geekbench multi | 5510 | 10420Winner |
| Maximum RAM | 16 GB | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 512GB | 1TBWinner |
Camera
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 2 | 3Winner |
| Optical zoom | — | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | 13 MP | 50 MPWinner |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 24fps / 4K at 60fps 6-Axis Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0 | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 4,300 mAh | 5,500 mAhWinner |
| Wired charging | 30 W | 90 WWinner |
| Wireless charging | 15 W | 50 WWinner |
Design
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 172 gWinner | 191 g |
| Thickness | 9.4 mm | 8.2 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Aluminum frame, bio-based polycarbonate back, Gorilla Glass Victus front | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 13 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 2 years | 5 yearsWinner |
| Security updates | 3 years | 5 yearsWinner |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | Zenfone 10 | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $649Winner | $999 |
Asus Zenfone 10
Measuring under 69mm wide for genuine one-handed grip, the ASUS Zenfone 10 pairs Snapdragon 8 Gen 2 power with hardware 6-Axis Hybrid Gimbal Stabilizer 2.0, 15W wireless charging, and a 3.5mm audio jack.
- Display
- 5.92"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 4,300mAh
Xiaomi 17 Pro
Packing a Snapdragon 8 Elite, a dense 5,500 mAh battery, and Leica Summilux optics with stepless variable aperture into a 6.36-inch chassis with 1.1mm symmetrical bezels, the Xiaomi 17 Pro is the gold standard for compact flagships.
- Display
- 6.36"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 5,500mAh