Galaxy Note 20 Ultra vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra edges ahead with a BeastScore of 85.5/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra
Xiaomi 17T 5G
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra wins 3 of 6 categories
Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.
Bigger shape = better phone.
Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score
- Speedfrom specsTie9090
- Camerafrom specsGalaxy Note 20 Ultra9732
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieXiaomi 17T 5G4060
- BatteryGalaxy Note 20 Ultra7866
- Displayfrom specsTie8585
- ConnectivityGalaxy Note 20 Ultra8075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 4,500 mAh
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a sharper main camera108 MP vs 50 MP
- Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has the bigger screen6.9" vs 6.59"
- Xiaomi 17T 5G is lighter200 g vs 208 g
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 10 MP
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Galaxy Note 20 Ultra wins — BeastScore 85.5/100
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.59"). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,500 mAh).
Higher-resolution main camera: 108 MP vs 50 MP · Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens)
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 4,500 mAh · Lighter: 200 g vs 208 g (8 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The Galaxy Note 20 Ultra is the better pick for most people thanks to its sharper main camera (108 MP vs 50 MP) and bigger screen (6.9" vs 6.59"). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 4,500 mAh). BeastScore: Galaxy Note 20 Ultra 85.5/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Galaxy Note 20 Ultra and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
Galaxy Note 20 Ultra has a 6.9-inch display and 4500 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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