Xiaomi 11T Pro

OhoPrice editorial review

The Xiaomi 11T Pro at 74,999 PKR is a 2021 flagship repackaged as a midrange deal, and the core question is whether you want yesterday's performance or today's polish. The Snapdragon 888 5G is still significantly faster than the Helio G99 and Dimensity-class chips common at this price, so gaming and multitasking are genuinely in a different class, and the 12GB RAM with 256GB storage is flagship-grade memory. The camera system pairs a 108MP main with an 8MP ultrawide and an autofocus 5MP telephoto-macro, making the rear setup versatile, and the 120Hz HDR10+ display at about 395 PPI is sharp and fluid. The drawbacks are age and heat: the SD888 runs hot under load, 2021 software support is winding down, the battery is a standard 5000mAh, and there is no AMOLED panel here. This suits gamers and spec-hunters who want maximum processing power per rupee and accept an older, used-market device. The Samsung Galaxy A17 at 67,499 PKR is 7,500 PKR cheaper but a different philosophy. The A17 brings a 2025 release, an AMOLED 90Hz display, a more efficient (if far slower) Helio G99, and 6 or 8GB RAM with 128 or 256GB storage, better suited to buyers who want a fresh, efficient phone that lasts a day. The 11T Pro dominates on processing power, 12GB RAM, the 108MP camera with its dedicated telephoto-macro and 5G on a 2021 flagship chip. If gaming performance and camera hardware are your priority, the 11T Pro is the stronger buy; if you value a newer phone, an AMOLED screen and lower heat, the A17 is the safer choice. As a 2021 flagship, confirm the IMEI on PTA's DIRBS and check battery health and OS update status before buying.