Xiaomi 17 vs iPhone 17 – The Showdown Every Retailer Should Watch

Xiaomi has officially launched the 17 series this September, which means the iPhone 17 has some competition in both devices and device accessories. These retail giants have ramped up their products, and TVCMALL is here, as Europe's No. 1 one-stop wholesaler for mobile accessories, with the comparison, breakdown, and product recommendations for your business.

 

Design & Display

 

The Xiaomi 17 and iPhone 17 series device displays are practically neck and neck. Both boast a 6.3-inch screen, a 120 Hz refresh rate, and high-end features.

 

Xiaomi has pushed its brightness levels fairly aggressively, outperforming the iPhone 17 in terms of peak nit brightness and demonstrating more screen clarity outdoors. Apple, however, offers a balanced high-end display experience with mature integration (Always-On, Dynamic Island, High HDR fidelity). 

 

Xiaomi is still in its flagship stages with display specs, while iPhone has held consistent with this new series release. Regardless of either display, consumer protection with screen protectors and phone cases won't dwindle a bit. Explore iPhone 17 case, Xiaomi 17 case.

 

Performance & Hardware

 

The Xiaomi 17 series is powered by the Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 in all three of its models, offering a seamless ecosystem tie-in with other Xiaomi smart devices. Efficient thermals and fluid animations give users a dynamic and high-end experience for streaming, scrolling, and content creation.

 

The iPhone 17 boasts up to 40% better sustained performance over previous series, with tight hardware and software integration that lets users experience advantages in real-world performance, long-term tech support, and overall smooth operations.

 

High-performance, seamless devices foster a consumer's drive to pair them with smart devices. This phenomenon allows retailers across platforms to take advantage of rises in demands for smart accessories like smart watches, headphones, and more. TVCMALL has almost 10,000+ new arrivals daily to source the inventory you need to adapt to rapidly changing demands, and a dedicated service team to guide you through the process.

 

Battery & Charging

 

The Xiaomi 17 includes a 7,000 mAh battery, which is a generous capacity that's rarely seen in newer devices and is perfect for gaming and video production. iPhone's 17 series has about a 3,700 mAh capacity, but does boast a lightning-speed fast-charging rate of 50% in about 20 minutes, which  makes it easy for users to charge and go. 

 

Despite the iPhone's smaller capacity, the battery doesn't compromise performance efficiency for regular users. Both series are Qi2 wireless charging compatible and have reverse charging capabilities. Stocking your inventory with Qi2 accessories and battery charging stations can give your business an edge with both Xiaomi and iPhone users with this series.

 

iPhone 17 Vs. Xiaomi 17 Series

 

Here's a side-by-side breakdown of the iPhone 17 and Xiaomi 17 series base models:

 

 

Overall Impressions

 

The Xiaomi 17 series is neck and neck with the iPhone's 17 series, all with a base, Pro, and Pro Max version. The kind of performance Xiaomi is offering users may be just enough to establish a new level of competition in the retail accessory market. If users align more with a top-tier Android challenger to iPhone, Xiaomi 17 offers the hardware to follow that narrative, while iPhone 17 remains a heavyweight for users who seek reliability and stable, brand-trusted inventory.

 

Stock Up Inventory with TVCMALL

 

As new devices are being released, demand for compatible accessories will rise. TVCMALL has over 1,000,000 SKUs for major device brands like Apple, Xiaomi, Samsung, and more. From phone cases to charging stations to glass screen protectors, we have the inventory you need to keep up with demand and grow your accessory business.

 

Our services include one-stop wholesaling, customization, warehousing, and more to help support your business holistically. We have dedicated team members to guide you through every step of the purchase process, from inventory selection to dropshipping solutions. Contact us today to start your next inventory order.