Motorola Moto G17 Power vs Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra: Which One Should You Buy?

Motorola Moto G17 Power edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.

Head-to-head
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Motorola

Motorola Moto G17 Power

Motorola Moto G17 Power
86/ 100
Launch pricePrice on request
Xiaomi · 2021

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
86/ 100
Launch price$1,199
Head-to-head

Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra wins 3 of 5 categories

Here's exactly where each phone is stronger.

Motorola Moto G17 Power
Motorola Moto G17 Power
1 win
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
3 wins
At a glance

Bigger shape = better phone.

SpeedCameraSelfieBatteryDisplay
Motorola Moto G17 PowerXiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
Category winners

Scores out of 100. "From specs" scores compare only the specs both phones list. How we score

  • Speedfrom specsXiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
    75
    90
  • Camerafrom specsXiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
    32
    93
  • VideoNot enough data
  • SelfieXiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
    60
    76
  • Batteryfrom specsMotorola Moto G17 Power
    100
    67
  • Displayfrom specsTie
    88
    88
  • ConnectivityNot enough data
  • SecurityNot enough data
  • ValueNot enough data
Key differences
  • Motorola Moto G17 Power has the bigger battery6,000 mAh vs 5,000 mAh
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has the bigger screen6.81" vs 6.72"
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has a sharper selfie camera20 MP vs 16 MP
  • Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has more RAM12 GB vs 8 GB
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Why buy each phone

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Reasons to buy Motorola Moto G17 Power
  • ✓Bigger 6,000 mAh battery (+1,000 mAh)
  • ✓50 MP main camera
  • ✓6.72" display at 120 Hz
Reasons to buy Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
  • ✓765 g lighter (234 g), easier to hold
  • ✓$8800 cheaper at launch ($1199 vs $9999)
  • ✓50 MP main camera

Full specifications

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SpecificationMotorola Moto G17 PowerXiaomi Mi 11 Ultra
1. Display & Screen
Screen typeNot listedAMOLED
Screen Size6.72"6.81"
Resolution & DensityN/A 3200x1440 (515 ppi)
Refresh Rate120 Hz ProMotion120 Hz ProMotion
BrightnessN/A1,700 nits peak
Screen ProtectionNot listedNot listed
2. Platform & Performance🏆 Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra Wins Performance
Chipset / ProcessorHelio G81 Extreme Snapdragon 888 (5nm)
CPU CoresNot listedNot listed
GPU GraphicsNot listedAdreno 660
Operating SystemAndroid 15 Android 11
3. Memory & Storage
RAM Memory8 GB LPDDR12 GB LPDDR
Internal Storage512 GB256GB / 512GB
Storage SpeedNot listedNot listed
Card SlotNoNo
4. Main Camera Optics🏆 Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra Wins Camera
Primary Camera50 MP, 50MP Main + Depth Sensor50 MP, f/2, OIS, Samsung GN2
Telephoto ZoomNone (digital zoom only)48 MP (5x optical zoom), f/4.1, OIS
Ultrawide CameraN/A48 MP, f/2.2
LiDAR / DepthNoneNone
5. Video
Main Camera Video
Not listed
Not listed
Front Video
Not listed
Not listed
6. Selfie Camera
Selfie Lens16 MP20 MP, f/2.2
7. Body & Dimensions
DimensionsN/A163.18 x 74.6 x 8.38 mm
WeightN/A234 g
Build MaterialsNot listedNot listed
SIM TypeNot listedNot listed
Water ResistanceNot listedIP68
8. Battery & Charging🏆 Motorola Moto G17 Power Wins Battery
Battery Capacity6,000 mAh5,000 mAh
Wired Fast ChargingN/A67W wired fast charging
Wireless ChargingNot listed67W wireless charging
Reverse ChargingNot listedNot listed
9. Sound & Audio
LoudspeakerNot listedNot listed
3.5mm Headphone JackNoNo
10. Connectivity
Wi-Fi StandardNot listedWi-Fi 6E
BluetoothNot listed5.2
USB Port & SpeedNot listedUSB-C 3.2
NFCYesYes (contactless payment)
11. Sensors & Security
SensorsNot listedNot listed
Satellite FeaturesNot listedNot listed
12. Colors & Overview
ColorsNot listedNot listed
Launch PricePrice on request$1199
Our verdict

Motorola Moto G17 Power wins — BeastScore 86.0/100

After comparing all the specs, Motorola Moto G17 Power is the stronger all-round phone. Its main edge: Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).

Buy Motorola Moto G17 Power if you want

Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more)

Buy Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra if you want

Significantly faster wired charging: 67W vs max 0W · Dedicated optical telephoto zoom (1 lens system)

Common questions

Which is better: Motorola Moto G17 Power or Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?

Motorola Moto G17 Power leads with an overall BeastScore of 86.0/100 compared to Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra (86.0/100), driven by advantages in Larger battery capacity: 6,000 mAh (+1,000 mAh more).

What are the main battery and display differences between Motorola Moto G17 Power and Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra?

Motorola Moto G17 Power has a 6.72-inch display and 6000 mAh battery. Xiaomi Mi 11 Ultra has a 6.81-inch display and 5000 mAh battery.

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