Xiaomi 11T Pro vs Samsung Galaxy A54: A Clash of Titans

Choosing a new smartphone can be overwhelming. The Xiaomi 11T Pro and Samsung Galaxy A54 are both strong contenders in the mid-range to upper-mid-range market, offering compelling features at competitive prices. But which one truly comes out on top?
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🏆 Quick Verdict

The Xiaomi 11T Pro boasts significantly faster charging and a more powerful chipset, ideal for gamers and power users. However, the Galaxy A54 offers superior battery life and a brighter display, making it a better choice for everyday use and media consumption. It's a close call, depending on your priorities.

PHONES
Phone Names Xiaomi 11T Pro Samsung Galaxy A54
Network
2G bandsGSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900GSM 850 / 900 / 1800 / 1900
3G bandsHSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100HSDPA 850 / 900 / 1700(AWS) / 1900 / 2100
4G bands1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 13, 17, 18, 19, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 42, 661, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 12, 17, 20, 26, 28, 32, 38, 40, 41, 66 - International
5G bands1, 3, 5, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 66, 77, 78 SA/NSA1, 3, 7, 8, 20, 28, 38, 40, 41, 77, 78 SA/NSA/Sub6 - International
SpeedHSPA, LTE, 5GHSPA, LTE, 5G
TechnologyGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5GGSM / HSPA / LTE / 5G
 -25, 41, 66, 71 SA/NSA/Sub6/mmWave - USA
Launch
Announced2021, September 152023, March 15
StatusAvailable. Released 2021, October 05Available. Released 2023, March 24
Body
BuildGlass front (Gorilla Glass Victus), aluminum frame, glass backGlass front (Gorilla Glass 5), glass back (Gorilla Glass 5), plastic frame
Dimensions164.1 x 76.9 x 8.8 mm (6.46 x 3.03 x 0.35 in)158.2 x 76.7 x 8.2 mm (6.23 x 3.02 x 0.32 in)
SIMNano-SIM + Nano-SIM· Nano-SIM + eSIM· Nano-SIM + Nano-SIM
Weight204 g (7.20 oz)202 g (7.13 oz)
 IP53, dust and splash resistantIP67 dust/water resistant (up to 1m for 30 min)
Display
ProtectionCorning Gorilla Glass VictusCorning Gorilla Glass 5
Resolution1080 x 2400 pixels, 20:9 ratio (~395 ppi density)1080 x 2340 pixels, 19.5:9 ratio (~403 ppi density)
Size6.67 inches, 107.4 cm2 (~85.1% screen-to-body ratio)6.4 inches, 100.5 cm2 (~82.9% screen-to-body ratio)
TypeAMOLED, Dolby Vision, 1B colors, 120Hz, HDR10+, 800 nits (typ), 1000 nits (peak)Super AMOLED, 120Hz, HDR10+, 1000 nits (HBM)
Platform
CPUOcta-core (1x2.84 GHz Cortex-X1 & 3x2.42 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x1.80 GHz Cortex-A55)Octa-core (4x2.4 GHz Cortex-A78 & 4x2.0 GHz Cortex-A55)
ChipsetQualcomm SM8350 Snapdragon 888 5G (5 nm)Exynos 1380 (5 nm)
GPUAdreno 660Mali-G68 MP5
OSAndroid 11, upgradable to Android 13, MIUI 14Android 13, up to 4 major Android upgrades, One UI 7
Memory
Card slotNomicroSDXC (uses shared SIM slot)
Internal128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 12GB RAM128GB 4GB RAM, 128GB 6GB RAM, 128GB 8GB RAM, 256GB 6GB RAM, 256GB 8GB RAM
 UFS 3.1-
Main Camera
FeaturesDual-LED dual-tone flash, HDR, panoramaLED flash, panorama, HDR
Single16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Triple108 MP, f/1.8, 26mm (wide), 1/1.52", 0.7µm, PDAF 8 MP, f/2.2, 120˚ (ultrawide), 1/4.0", 1.12µm 5 MP, f/2.4, 50mm (telephoto macro), 1/5.0", 1.12µm, AF50 MP, f/1.8, 23mm (wide), 1/1.56", 1.0µm, PDAF, OIS 12 MP, f/2.2, 13mm, 123˚ (ultrawide), 1/3.X", 1.12µm 5 MP (macro)
Video8K@30fps, 4K@30/60fps, 1080p@30/60/120/240/960, HDR10+, gyro-EIS4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps, 720p@480fps, gyro-EIS
Selfie camera
Single16 MP, f/2.5, (wide), 1/3.06", 1.0µm32 MP, f/2.2, 26mm (wide), 1/2.8", 0.8µm
Video1080p@30/60fps4K@30fps, 1080p@30/60fps
Sound
3.5mm jack NoNo
35mm jackNoNo
Loudspeaker Yes, with stereo speakersYes, with stereo speakers
 Tuned by Harman Kardon 24-bit/192kHz audio-
Comms
Bluetooth5.2, A2DP, LE, aptX HD, aptX Adaptive5.3, A2DP, LE
Infrared portYes-
NFCYesYes (market/region dependent)
PositioningGPS (L1+L5), GLONASS (G1), BDS (B1), GALILEO (E1+E5a), QZSS (L1+L5), NavICGPS, GLONASS, GALILEO, BDS
RadioNoNo
USBUSB Type-C 2.0, OTGUSB Type-C 2.0, OTG
WLANWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi DirectWi-Fi 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac/6, dual-band, Wi-Fi Direct
Features
SensorsFingerprint (side-mounted), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometerFingerprint (under display, optical), accelerometer, gyro, compass, barometer (USA only)
 -Virtual proximity sensing
Battery
Charging120W wired, PD3.0, QC3, 72% in 10 min, 100% in 17 min25W wired
TypeLi-Po 5000 mAh5000 mAh
Misc
ColorsMeteorite Gray, Moonlight White, Celestial BlueLime, Graphite, Violet, White
Models2107113SG, 2107113SI, 2107113SRSM-A546V, SM-A546U, SM-A546U1, SM-A546B, SM-A546B/DS, SM-A546E, SM-A546E/DS, SM-A5460, SM-A546M, SM-A546M/DS, SM-A546W
Price€ 139.00 / $ 185.21 / £ 189.99 / ₹ 39,999€ 210.00 / $ 119.11 / £ 169.95 / ₹ 28,999
SAR0.78 W/kg (head)     0.49 W/kg (body)0.81 W/kg (head)     0.67 W/kg (body)
SAR EU-0.69 W/kg (head)     1.34 W/kg (body)
Tests
Battery life Endurance rating 92h Endurance rating 119h
Camera Photo / Video Photo / Video
Display Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal) Contrast ratio: Infinite (nominal)
Loudspeaker -26.3 LUFS (Good) -26.6 LUFS (Good)
Performance- AnTuTu: 506678 (v9) GeekBench: 2703 (v5.1), 2797 (v6) GFXBench: 25fps (ES 3.1 onscreen)

Xiaomi 11T Pro

  • Blazing-fast 120W charging
  • Powerful Snapdragon 888 chipset
  • High peak brightness display
  • Competitive price

  • Battery life could be better
  • Software experience less polished than Samsung
  • Camera inconsistencies

Samsung Galaxy A54

  • Excellent battery life
  • Bright and vibrant display
  • Reliable camera performance
  • Samsung's One UI software
  • IP67 water and dust resistance

  • Slower charging speed (25W)
  • Less powerful chipset than 11T Pro
  • Can be slightly more expensive

Display Comparison

The Samsung Galaxy A54 takes the display crown with a measured peak brightness of 980 nits, significantly brighter than the Xiaomi 11T Pro's 837 nits. Both offer excellent contrast ratios (infinite nominal), but the A54's higher brightness makes it more visible in direct sunlight. The A54 also likely has better color accuracy and calibration, typical of Samsung's displays.

Camera Comparison

Both phones offer versatile camera systems, but the Galaxy A54 is generally considered to have a more consistent and reliable camera performance, particularly in challenging lighting conditions. The 11T Pro's camera can produce impressive results, but it's more prone to inconsistencies. Both offer good video recording capabilities.

Performance

The Xiaomi 11T Pro's Snapdragon 888 5G chipset is noticeably more powerful than the Galaxy A54's Exynos 1380. This translates to smoother performance in demanding games and applications. While the A54 is capable, the 11T Pro offers a more premium and responsive experience for power users.

Battery Life

The Samsung Galaxy A54 shines in battery life. Its endurance rating of 119h significantly surpasses the Xiaomi 11T Pro's 92h. While the 11T Pro's 120W charging is incredibly fast, the A54's longer battery life means you'll need to charge it less frequently.

Buying Guide

The Xiaomi 11T Pro is perfect for users who prioritize performance, fast charging, and don't mind a slightly less refined software experience. The Samsung Galaxy A54 is a great choice for those seeking long battery life, a vibrant display, and the reliability of Samsung's software and ecosystem.

Frequently Asked Questions

❓ Which phone has better gaming performance?
The Xiaomi 11T Pro, thanks to its Snapdragon 888 chipset, offers significantly better gaming performance.
❓ Is the Samsung Galaxy A54 water resistant?
Yes, the Galaxy A54 has an IP67 rating for water and dust resistance.
❓ How long does it take to fully charge each phone?
The Xiaomi 11T Pro charges to 100% in just 17 minutes with its 120W charger, while the Galaxy A54 takes considerably longer with its 25W charger.