Huawei Mate X5 vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Huawei Mate X5 edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.3/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Huawei Mate X5
Xiaomi 17T 5G
Huawei Mate X5 wins 5 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 specsHuawei Mate X58480
- Camerafrom specsHuawei Mate X59332
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieXiaomi 17T 5G4060
- BatteryHuawei Mate X58866
- Displayfrom specsHuawei Mate X59285
- ConnectivityHuawei Mate X58075
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 5,060 mAh
- Huawei Mate X5 has the bigger screen7.85" vs 6.59"
- Xiaomi 17T 5G is lighter200 g vs 245 g
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has a sharper selfie camera16 MP vs 8 MP
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has newer Bluetooth6 vs 5.2
- Huawei Mate X5 has the faster chipHiSilicon Kirin 9000S vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Huawei Mate X5 wins — BeastScore 86.3/100
The Huawei Mate X5 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (7.85" vs 6.59") and faster chip (HiSilicon Kirin 9000S vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,060 mAh).
Optical telephoto zoom (1 telephoto lens) · Larger display: 7.85" vs 6.59"
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 5,060 mAh · Lighter: 200 g vs 245 g (45 g less)
Common questions
Which is better: Huawei Mate X5 or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The Huawei Mate X5 is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger screen (7.85" vs 6.59") and faster chip (HiSilicon Kirin 9000S vs Dimensity 8500 Ultra). The Xiaomi 17T 5G is worth a look if you prefer its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 5,060 mAh). BeastScore: Huawei Mate X5 86.3/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Huawei Mate X5 and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
Huawei Mate X5 has a 7.85-inch display and 5060 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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