Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3
Compare Xiaomi 16 Ultra vs Xiaomi Civi 3 side by side: Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 vs MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra, 6200mAh vs 4500mAh battery, $1299…
Xiaomi
16 Ultra
$1,299
8categories won
Xiaomi
Civi 3
$699
3categories won
2 categories tied · 13 scored in total · add a third phone
Which one wins?
Xiaomi 16 Ultra takes the overall win
The Xiaomi 16 Ultra claims the overall win over the Xiaomi Civi 3, delivering a stronger technical package across gaming and photography. In camera testing, the 16 Ultra leads with sharper imaging, while battery endurance leans towards the 16 Ultra. Choose the 16 Ultra if you want the highest performance ceiling, or opt for the Civi 3 if its lower retail price better fit your budget.
16 Ultra wins on endurance with 6,200 mAh and 120W fast charging.
16 Ultra leads gaming and raw performance powered by the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 and 24GB RAM.
16 Ultra wins photography with 50MP main imaging and 3.2x dedicated optical zoom.
Civi 3 wins on budget and value at $699 compared to $1299.
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 Ultra vs Civi 3: specifications compared
Display
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Screen size | 6.73" | 6.55" |
| Resolution | 1440 x 3200Winner | 1080 x 2400 |
| Pixel density | 521 ppiWinner | 402 ppi |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz |
| Peak brightness | 3600 nitsWinner | 1500 nits |
Performance
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Chipset | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2 | MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra |
| Process node | 2 nm | — |
| AnTuTu score | 3,200,000Winner | 920,000 |
| Geekbench multi | 10800Winner | 3950 |
| Maximum RAM | 24 GB | — |
| Maximum storage | 2TB | — |
Camera
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Main sensor | 50 MP | — |
| Rear cameras | 4 | — |
| Optical zoom | 3.2x | — |
| Ultrawide | 50 MP | — |
| Selfie camera | 32 MP | 32 MP |
| Max video | 8K at 30fps / 4K at 120fps | 4K@30fps |
Battery and charging
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Capacity | 6,200 mAhWinner | 4,500 mAh |
| Wired charging | 120 WWinner | 67 W |
| Wireless charging | 80 WWinner | No |
Design
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Weight | 226 g | 174 gWinner |
| Thickness | 9.2 mm | 7.6 mmWinner |
| Water resistance | IP68 | IP53 |
| Build | Grade 5 Titanium frame, Ceramic Glass front and back | — |
Software and support
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| Operating system | Android 17 | 13 (Upgradable to 14) |
| OS updates | 7 years | — |
| Security updates | 7 years | — |
Connectivity and value
| Specification | 16 Ultra | Civi 3 |
|---|---|---|
| 5G | Yes | Yes |
| Wi-Fi | Wi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band 2.4/5/6GHz, 320MHz bandwidth) | Wi-Fi 6 (802.11ax) |
| Storage expansion | None | None |
| 3.5mm jack | No | No |
| Launch price | $1,299 | $699Winner |
Xiaomi 16 Ultra
Equipped with a second-gen 1-inch LOFIC sensor with 15EV dynamic range, stepless physical f/1.6–f/4.0 aperture, a mammoth 200MP 1/1.4" periscope telephoto, 120W wired and 80W wireless charging, and 6,200 mAh capacity, the 16 Ultra is a DSLR in your pocket.
- Display
- 6.73"
- Chipset
- Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 2
- Main camera
- 50MP
- Battery
- 6,200mAh
Xiaomi Civi 3
Xiaomi Civi 3 is crafted specifically for vloggers and fashion-forward creators, featuring dual 32MP front cameras with quadruple micro-LED soft lights, a 174g featherlight body, and flagship Sony IMX800 rear camera.
- Display
- 6.55"
- Chipset
- MediaTek Dimensity 8200-Ultra
- Battery
- 4,500mAh
- Software
- 13 (Upgradable to 14)