Google Pixel Fold vs Xiaomi 17
The Google Pixel Fold (2023) runs on the Google Tensor G2, while the Xiaomi 17 (2025) runs on the Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5; launch prices were $1799 and $709. By overall MobileRank rating, the Xiaomi 17 leads — 87/100 vs 65/100 (a 22-point difference). Key differences: the Xiaomi 17 has the bigger battery (7000 mAh vs 4821); the main camera is 48 MP vs 50 MP; the Xiaomi 17 is faster in AnTuTu (3,404,616 vs 1,186,373); the Xiaomi 17 is noticeably lighter (191g vs 283g).
Profile comparison
Category scores
Google Pixel Fold
Xiaomi 17
What makes Google Pixel Fold better?
- Overall rating 65/100
What makes Xiaomi 17 better?
- Higher AnTuTu: 3404616 vs 1186373
- Better Geekbench Single: 3566 vs 1461
- Better Geekbench Multi: 10162 vs 3867
- Bigger battery: 7000 vs 4821 mAh
- Better main camera: 50MP vs 48MP
- Lighter: 191g vs 283g
- Cheaper at launch: $709 vs $1799
- Higher performance (95/100 vs 65/100)
- Better camera (81/100 vs 67/100)
- Longer battery life (87/100 vs 60/100)
- Better display (85/100 vs 78/100)
- Better portability (63/100 vs 52/100)
Comparison verdict
Comparing the Google Pixel Fold vs the Xiaomi 17, the Xiaomi 17 scores 22 points higher (87/100 vs 65/100). In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 leads (87/100 vs 60/100). Value score: Google Pixel Fold — 38/100, Xiaomi 17 — 88/100; it shows how far a model sits above or below the usual level for its price, and is not part of the overall rating. In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (95/100 vs 65/100). In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100). In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100). In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (87/100 vs 60/100). In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Specs comparison
| Specification | Google Pixel Fold | Xiaomi 17 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Processor | Google Tensor G2 | Qualcomm Snapdragon 8 Elite Gen 5 | |
| AnTuTu | 1186373 | 3404616 | |
| Geekbench Single | 1461 | 3566 | |
| Geekbench Multi | 3867 | 10162 | |
| Display | 7.6" Foldable OLED | 6.3" LTPO AMOLED | |
| Resolution | 1840x2208 | 2656x1200 | |
| Refresh rate | 120 Hz | 120 Hz | |
| Battery | 4821 mAh | 7000 mAh | |
| Charging | — | 100W | |
| Wireless charging | — | 50W | |
| DXOMark (camera) | 133 | — | |
| Main camera | 48 MP | 50 MP | |
| Ultrawide | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Telephoto | 10 MP | 50 MP | |
| Front camera | 8 MP | 50 MP | |
| RAM | 12GB | 12GB / 16GB | |
| Storage | 256GB / 512GB | 256GB / 512GB | |
| OS | Android 13 | Android 16 / HyperOS 3 | |
| Brightness (peak) | 1450 nits | 3500 nits | |
| NFC | yes | yes | |
| Protection | IPX8 | IP68 | |
| Dimensions | 139.7×158.7×5.8 mm | 151.1×71.8×8.1 mm | |
| Weight | 283 g | 191 g | |
| Launch price | $1799 | $709 |
Camera comparison
Google Pixel Fold
- Main: 48MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 10MP
- Telephoto: 10MP
- Front: 8MP
Xiaomi 17
- Main: 50MP f/1.7
- Ultrawide: 50MP
- Telephoto: 50MP
- Front: 50MP
Display comparison
Google Pixel Fold
- 7.6" Foldable OLED
- Resolution: 1840x2208
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Xiaomi 17
- 6.3" LTPO AMOLED
- Resolution: 2656x1200
- Refresh rate: 120 Hz
Battery and charging
Google Pixel Fold
- 4821 mAh
- Wireless: supported, wattage unknown
Xiaomi 17
- 7000 mAh
- NanoReview test: web browsing 15:00 hrs, total 33:58 hrs
- Wired: 100W
- Wireless: 50W
Overall performance score
We compared Google Pixel Fold and Xiaomi 17, covering their specs and all relevant benchmarks.
Xiaomi 17 leads Google Pixel Fold by 65.2% in our overall performance rating.
Benchmarks
Launch prices and where to check today's
Launch price difference: $1090. Xiaomi 17 was $1090 cheaper at launch.
Detailed category analysis
performance
In the "performance" category, the Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (95/100 vs 65/100).
display
In the "display" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (85/100 vs 78/100).
camera
In the "camera" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (81/100 vs 67/100).
battery
In the "battery" category, the Xiaomi 17 notably outperforms the Google Pixel Fold (87/100 vs 60/100).
portability
In the "portability" category, the Xiaomi 17 is a bit better (63/100 vs 52/100).
Frequently asked questions
Which is better: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 significantly outperforms the Google Pixel Fold by 22 points (87/100 vs 65/100).
What is the rating of the Google Pixel Fold and the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel Fold has a MobileRank rating of 65/100, the Xiaomi 17 — 87/100.
Which has the better camera: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on camera score (81/100 vs 67/100).
Which is more powerful: the Google Pixel Fold or the Xiaomi 17?
The Xiaomi 17 leads on performance (95/100 vs 65/100).
Should you choose the Google Pixel Fold over the Xiaomi 17?
The Google Pixel Fold is a better fit for active users. The Xiaomi 17 is a better fit for gamers and power users, mobile photography enthusiasts, those who care about battery life, budget-conscious buyers.