Sony Xperia XZ Premium vs Xiaomi 17T 5G: Which One Should You Buy?
Xiaomi 17T 5G edges ahead with a BeastScore of 86.0/100 — but the right choice depends on what matters to you.
Sony Xperia XZ Premium
Xiaomi 17T 5G
Xiaomi 17T 5G wins 2 of 5 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 specsXiaomi 17T 5G4590
- Camerafrom specsTie3232
- VideoNot enough data
- SelfieTie6060
- Batteryfrom specsXiaomi 17T 5G8100
- Displayfrom specsTie8888
- ConnectivityNot enough data
- SecurityNot enough data
- ValueNot enough data
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger battery6,500 mAh vs 3,230 mAh
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has the bigger screen6.59" vs 5.46"
- Xiaomi 17T 5G has more RAM12 GB vs 4 GB
Why buy each phone
Swipe ⇄Xiaomi 17T 5G wins — BeastScore 86.0/100
The Xiaomi 17T 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 3,230 mAh) and bigger screen (6.59" vs 5.46").
Reliable all-round performance.
Larger battery: 6,500 mAh vs 3,230 mAh · Larger display: 6.59" vs 5.46"
Common questions
Which is better: Sony Xperia XZ Premium or Xiaomi 17T 5G?
The Xiaomi 17T 5G is the better pick for most people thanks to its bigger battery (6,500 mAh vs 3,230 mAh) and bigger screen (6.59" vs 5.46"). BeastScore: Sony Xperia XZ Premium 86.0/100, Xiaomi 17T 5G 86.0/100.
What are the main battery and display differences between Sony Xperia XZ Premium and Xiaomi 17T 5G?
Sony Xperia XZ Premium has a 5.46-inch display and 3230 mAh battery. Xiaomi 17T 5G has a 6.59-inch display and 6500 mAh battery.
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