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iPhone 18 Pro vs Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China): Which One Should You Buy?

These two are too close to call on BeastScore — the right choice depends on what matters to you.

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Apple · 2026

iPhone 18 Pro

iPhone 18 Pro
89/ 100
Launch price$1,299
Xiaomi

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)

Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
89/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Head-to-head

Too close to call: 2 of 5 categories each

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

iPhone 18 Pro
iPhone 18 Pro
2 wins
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
2 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraBatteryDisplayValue
iPhone 18 ProXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
Category winners

Scores out of 100. How we score

  • SpeedTie
    95
    95
  • CameraiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    80
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieNot enough data
  • BatteryXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
    80
    95
  • DisplayiPhone 18 Pro
    92
    89
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
    62
    85
Key differences
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) has the bigger battery9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh
  • Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) has the bigger screen6.83" vs 6.3"
  • iPhone 18 Pro has the faster chipApple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
  • iPhone 18 Pro can text for help by satelliteYes vs No
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy iPhone 18 Pro
  • ✓48 MP main camera
  • ✓6.3" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
  • ✓Bigger 9,000 mAh battery (+4,712 mAh)
  • ✓6.83" display at 120 Hz

Full specifications

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SpecificationiPhone 18 ProXiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)
1. Display & Screen🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Display
Screen typeLTPO Super Retina XDR OLED, 120Hz, HDR10, Dolby VisionAMOLED
Screen Size6.3"6.83"
Resolution & Density1206 x 2622 pixels (19.5:9 ratio) (460 ppi)FHD+ / LTPO AMOLED
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz
Brightness1000 nits (typ), 1600 nits (HBM), 3000 nits (peak)N/A
Screen ProtectionCeramic Shield 2, Anti-reflective coating, Always-On displayNot listed
2. Platform & Performance
Chipset / ProcessorApple A20 Pro (2 nm) (2nm)Snapdragon 6s Gen 4
CPU CoresHexa-core (2x High Performance + 4x Efficiency)Not listed
GPU GraphicsApple GPU (7-core graphics)Not listed
Operating SystemiOS 27Android
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory12GB LPDDR5X12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage256GB / 512GB / 1TB / 2TB512 GB
Storage SpeedNVMe fast flashNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 iPhone 18 Pro Wins Camera
Primary Camera48 MP, f/1.5, 24mm (wide), 1/1.28", 1.22µm, OIS, Dual pixel PDAF, Sensor-shift OIS (gen 2)undefined MP, Triple Camera System
Telephoto Zoom48 MP (4x optical zoom), f/2.8, 100mm (periscope telephoto), OISNone (digital zoom only)
Ultrawide Camera48 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 120˚ (ultrawide)N/A
LiDAR / DepthTOF 3D LiDAR scanner (depth sensing & night portrait)None
5. Video
Main Camera Video
4K@24/25/30/60/100/120fps1080p@240fps10-bit HDRDolby Vision HDR (up to 120fps)ProRes RAWApple Log 2Spatial 3D video & stereo sound
Not listed
Front Video
4K@24/25/30/60fps1080p@120fpsgyro-EISDolby Vision HDR
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens18 MP, f/1.9, 20mm (ultrawide multi-aspect)undefined MP
7. Body & Dimensions
Dimensions150 x 71.9 x 8.8 mm (5.91 x 2.83 x 0.35 in)N/A
Weight211 g (7.44 oz)N/A
Build MaterialsGlass front (Ceramic Shield 2), aluminum frame, aluminum/glass backNot listed
SIM TypeNano-SIM + eSIM + dual eSIM supportNot listed
Water ResistanceIP68 dust/water resistant (up to 6m for 30 min)Not listed
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) Wins Battery
Battery Capacity4,288 mAh9,000 mAh
Wired Fast Charging45W wired fast chargingFast charging
Wireless Charging25W wireless chargingNot listed
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerYes, with stereo speakers (Spatial Audio)Not listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardWi-Fi 7 (802.11be, tri-band, hotspot)Not listed
BluetoothBluetooth 6.0, A2DP, LENot listed
USB Port & SpeedUSB Type-C 3.2 Gen 2 (up to 10Gbps), DisplayPort video outNot listed
NFCYes (Apple Pay Visa, MasterCard, AMEX certified)Yes
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsFace ID, LiDAR scanner, accelerometer, gyro, proximity, compass, barometerNot listed
Satellite FeaturesEmergency SOS, Messages and Find My via satelliteNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsBlack, Silver, Glacier, BurgundyNot listed
Launch Price$1,299Price on request
Our verdict

iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) are evenly matched

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 18 Pro for its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6s Gen 4) and satellite SOS texting (Yes vs No), or the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) for its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and bigger screen (6.83" vs 6.3").

Buy iPhone 18 Pro if you want

Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)

Buy Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) if you want

Larger battery: 9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh · Larger display: 6.83" vs 6.3"

Common questions

Which is better: iPhone 18 Pro or Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)?

It's a close call. Pick the iPhone 18 Pro for its faster chip (Apple A20 Pro (2 nm) vs Snapdragon 6s Gen 4) and satellite SOS texting (Yes vs No), or the Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) for its bigger battery (9,000 mAh vs 4,288 mAh) and bigger screen (6.83" vs 6.3"). BeastScore: iPhone 18 Pro 88.5/100, Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) 89.3/100.

What are the main battery and display differences between iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China)?

iPhone 18 Pro has a 6.3-inch display and 4288 mAh battery. Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) has a 6.83-inch display and 9000 mAh battery.

How do iPhone 18 Pro and Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) compare for speed?

iPhone 18 Pro scores 95/100 for performance; Xiaomi Redmi Note 17 Pro 5G (China) scores 95/100.

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