Xiaomi 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro
Compare Xiaomi 16 Pro vs Xiaomi 17 Pro side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite, 50MP vs 50MP camera, 6100mAh vs 5500mAh…
Xiaomi
16 Pro
$1,049
12categories won
Xiaomi
17 Pro
$999
2categories won
8 categories tied · 22 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Pro takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Pro claims the overall win over the Xiaomi 17 Pro, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Pro leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Pro. Choose the 16 Pro if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the 17 Pro if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Pro wins on endurance with 6,100 mAh and 120W fast charging.
16 Pro leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Pro wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 5x dedicated optical zoom.
17 Pro wins on budget and value at $999 compared to $1049.
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.
16 Pro vs 17 Pro: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.36" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1200 x 2670 |
| Pixel density | 521 ppiWinner | 460 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nitsWinner | 3200 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite |
| Process node | 2 nmWinner | 3 nm |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 3,060,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 10420 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GBWinner | 16 GB |
| Maximum storage | 1TB | 1TB |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Rear cameras | 3 | 3 |
| Optical zoom | 5xWinner | 3.2x |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | 50 MP |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 8K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,100 mAhWinner | 5,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 90 W |
| Wireless charging | 50 W | 50 W |
Design
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 210 g | 191 gWinner |
| Thickness | 8.1 mm | 8.2 mm |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP68 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | Xiaomi Dragon Crystal Glass 2.0 front, high-strength polished aluminum alloy frame, velvet frosted glass rear |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | Android 16 (HyperOS 3) |
| OS updates | 7 yearsWinner | 5 years |
| Security updates | 7 yearsWinner | 5 years |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Pro | 17 Pro |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be), tri-band, Wi-Fi Direct |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,049 | $999Winner |
Xiaomi 16 Pro
The Xiaomi 16 Pro brings a sweeping 2K 120Hz display with micro-curved edges, stepless variable aperture main optics, a dedicated 5x periscope telephoto, 120W charging, and 6,100 mAh capacity.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,100mAh
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